Clinical Nurse Jobs in New York

Clinical Nurse jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, ambulatory care, and long-term care, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinical nurse. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany drive the majority of hiring, where large systems like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and NYC Health + Hospitals consistently maintain high clinical nurse headcounts. Critical care, medical-surgical, and oncology nursing are the most in-demand specialties across the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles91
Top employerRochester Regional Health
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring39
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Crouse Hospital
Clinical Nurse Manager
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Crouse Hospital
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Clinical Nurse Manager
Crouse Hospital
East Syracuse, New York
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$63k - $83k/yr
1,001-5,000

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Clinical Nurse RN – Bone Marrow Transplant – HP11 BMT - FT - Nights
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New 11h ago
Clinical Nurse RN – Bone Marrow Transplant – HP11 BMT - FT - Nights
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New York, New York
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$130k - $141k/yr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Clinical Nurse Manager Medical Surgical Oncology-Nights
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New 23h ago
Clinical Nurse Manager Medical Surgical Oncology-Nights
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New York, New York
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$145k - $168k/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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VNS Health
Senior Quality Improvement Specialist, Clinical (Registered Nurse)
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VNS Health
Added 1d ago
Senior Quality Improvement Specialist, Clinical (Registered Nurse)
VNS Health
Manhattan, New York
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Teaching & Instruction
$93k - $117k/yr
Bachelor's degree in social work
10,000+

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Rochester Regional Health
Clinical Research Nurse LPN
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Rochester Regional Health
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Clinical Research Nurse LPN
Rochester Regional Health
Rochester, New York
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$27.54 - $33.44/hr
10,000+

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Clinical Nurse Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albany
11 jobs
Rochester
11 jobs
Buffalo
4 jobs
Syracuse
4 jobs
Utica
3 jobs
Ithaca
2 jobs
Queens
2 jobs
Brooklyn
2 jobs

Clinical Nurse Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Rochester Regional Health
Rochester Regional Health9 open roles
Albany Medical Center
Albany Medical Center8 open roles
NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services16
  • Education9
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse jobs across New York.

  • Active New York State RN license issued by the Office of the Professions
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for most acute care settings
  • Minimum one to two years of bedside clinical experience in a hospital or similar setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong assessment and patient care coordination skills in a team-based environment

Clinical Nurse Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical nurse in New York?

You become a clinical nurse in New York by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensure through the New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions. New York issues RN licenses directly and does not participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses moving from other states must apply for an endorsement or new license before practicing in New York.

How much do clinical nurses make in New York?

Clinical nurses in New York earn a median of about $109,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,760 for the lowest 10% to over $157,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical nurses in New York?

Employers hiring clinical nurses in New York right now include Rochester Regional Health, Albany Medical Center, and NYU Langone Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's large integrated health systems and public hospital networks post frequently and often hire across multiple boroughs, regions, and specialty units at the same time.

Which New York cities have the most clinical nurse jobs?

New York, Albany, and Rochester have the most clinical nurse openings in New York right now. New York City drives the bulk of listings due to its density of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and public health facilities, while Buffalo and Albany reflect strong regional health systems and state government healthcare institutions anchoring steady demand outside the metro.

Are there remote clinical nurse jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinical nurse openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on most nursing roles are by nature. The positions most likely to be remote or hybrid are in care management, utilization review, telephonic triage, and case coordination, where direct patient contact is not required for every task.

How can I get hired as a clinical nurse in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate residency or nurse fellowship program, which Northwell Health, NewYork-Presbyterian, and NYC Health + Hospitals all run for nurses without hospital experience. These structured programs provide supervised clinical rotations in units like medical-surgical or telemetry, where most entry-level hiring concentrates. Earning your New York RN license before applying and completing a capstone or clinical placement at a New York facility gives you a meaningful edge over candidates who have not yet practiced in the state.

Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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