Welcome! Why Highland? content
Mission statement
Our commitment to excellence in healthcare, with patients and their families at the heart of all we do.
Vision statement
To achieve the highest standard of clinical quality excellence and safety in a trusting, compassionate, and inspirational environment.
ICARE Values
We promise our patients, co-workers, and community to always act with Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Fast Facts
- Founded: 1889
- Employees: 3,325
- Licensed Beds: 261
- Annual ED Visits: 40,000+
- Medical Staff: 1,480
- Adult Admissions (Annually): 25,000+
Start Your Career with Confidence
We’re small enough to know your name, big enough to grow your career. Whether you're pursuing a specialty, residency, or leadership path, Highland offers support, flexibility, and a strong sense of belonging to help you thrive.
Supportive Team Culture
We are highly personalized and support each other prioritizing mentorship, teamwork, and interdisciplinary collaboration. You'll work in a fast-paced, highly personalized environment side-by-side with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals who are committed to your success.
Outstanding Orientation & Mentorship
Our leading, structured 12-week orientation is tailored to help you confidently transition from student to RN. From day one, experienced nurses mentor and invest in the success of new grads, supporting them every step of the way.
Programs Tailored for New Nurses
- Rochester’s first ANCC-accredited Nurse Residency Program (PTAP)
- Dedicated Emergency Department Nurse Residency
- Custom orientation tracks and hands-on simulation training
- Leadership and promotion opportunities as early as 6 months in
- Accelerated advancement pathways
Explore Your Passion
Specialty areas for early-career nurses include:
- Nationally ranked Geriatric Program -Top Bariatric Program
- Medical-Surgical Nursing: Foundational experience in highly collaborative patient care settings.
- Critical Care & ICU: Advanced technology, close physician collaboration, and high-acuity patient management.
- Emergency Department: Fast-paced, high-stakes care, with a structured ED Residency Program.
- Oncology & Palliative Care: Compassionate care for oncology, palliative, and end-of-life patients.
- Women’s Health & Maternity: Labor & delivery, postpartum, and high-risk OB nursing in a patient-centered environment.
- Orthopedic & Surgical Nursing: Work in a nationally recognized orthopedic joint replacement center.
Education & Career Growth
We offer a clear path for advancement and support at every step. We invest in your future so it’s fully supported with:
- Tuition support & student loan refinancing
- Scholarships for nurses pursuing BSN, MSN, and NP degrees
- Career ladders & leadership development
- Fully covered mandatory and position-specific courses
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Access to workshops, seminars, and certifications in specialty areas, including critical care, perioperative nursing, and more.
- Certification education reimbursement and education incentives
Competitive Compensation, Benefits & Work-Life Balance
- Competitive pay, shift differentials, and bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO and family leave
- Care.com membership for backup childcare and eldercare
- Mental health and wellness programs to help balance career and life
- Optional perks like pet insurance, legal services, financial wellness, and home ownership incentives
- Flexible scheduling options
Residency Program Highlights
Nurse Residency Program (PTAP)
Highland Hospital is home to Rochester’s FIRST accredited ANCC Practice Transition Nurse Residency Program (PTAP). This program provides a seamless transition from student to professional nurse, helping new grads build confidence, competence, and clinical expertise.
- A one-year structured transition experience based on mentorship, hands-on learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Unit-based clinical training, advanced case reviews, and monthly educational sessions.
- Personalized support and career growth in a nurturing, high-support environment.
Emergency Department Nurse Residency
Our ED Residency Program provides a progressive transition into emergency nursing.
- Earn ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications during your first year.
- Real-world trauma, acute care, and emergency response experience under expert preceptors.
- A high-energy, team-based, patient-centered environment.
What Our Nurses Say
- "Highland has given me every opportunity to grow, learn, and advance. The mentorship here is second to none." – Rachel, RN
- "I love the collaboration, the friendships, and the way we work together to put patients first." – Caroline, RN
- "I’ve been at Highland for four years, and I can’t imagine working anywhere else. It truly feels like home." – Samantha, RN
