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Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Experience:

• 12 months of role experience is required with some in the last 12 months.

• Must have at least 12 months of Medical Surgical / Telemetry Unit experience.

• Experience with Epic is required from any number of months.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have a New York license (required for submission).

• This role may require floating to additional units and locations

• Travel only, local not allowed. Candidates must live >75 miles from facility to be submitted.

• 12 months gap required between for Staff at Program: Aya Program - Rochester Regional Health System and no current placement allowed at Program: Aya Program - Rochester Regional Health System.

Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

Additional Details:

Required Skills/Experience:

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• RNs need to have a mandatory competency with phlebotomy as well as placing IVs as this is a required skill for any RN at Unity.
  
• Required Skills: MS/Tele, Cardiac Monitoring and Emergency response, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Management of dysrhythmias, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams, IV therapy/Phlebotomy, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Phlebotomy, Respiratory, Nasal Cannula, Oxygen administration, Oxygen tanks, Non-invasive airway management, Professional Topics and Skills, Isolation Precautions/PPE.
  

Preferred Skills/Experience: Teaching Hospital Experience.

Shift & Scheduling: Every other weekend.

Other Requirements:

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• References must cover at least 1 full year of relevant experience in specialty within the past 3 years.
  
• You must be able to complete labs within 48 hours of signing. Lab Completion: All health-related requirements and lab work must be completed within 5 calendar days of signing.
  

7 days maximum time off

2 references from last 3 years (Any reference type) - required for submission

Proof of identification required

Certifications:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)

• NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale)

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• Skills Checklist: Yes
  
• References: Yes
  
• License Type: registered
  
• License State: NY
  
• Certifications: Basic Life Support, NIH Stroke Scale
  

Job Details

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• Job Type: Travel
  
• Nurse/Patient: 1/6-7
  
• Shift Type: Night
  
• Contract Date: 2026-03-30
  
• Expected Length: 13 weeks
  
• Hours per Shift: 12
  
• Shifts per Week: 3
  

As an Internal Medicine physician at Rochester Regional Health, you have the chance to shape the future of healthcare in central and western New York, contributing to better, easier, and healthier lives for patients.

This opportunity is within an integrated system where you can define your career goals, provide leadership, and engage in impactful work.

UROLOGY NEW YORK STATE

Major Health System is looking for full-time Urologist to join our team of dedicated providers!? The ideal candidate will be BE within 5 years of completing residency or BC in Urology.? Position is located in Northern Ny at the Canton Urology Clinic.? Clinic is open M-Th, 7am-5pm.? Call required.

Financial Package? Compensation: $600-650,000? Signing Bonus? Relocation? Paid CME? Paid malpractice insurance? Benefit Time? Retirement Plans? Medical Health BenefitsVisa Physicians are asked to Respond

About St. Lawrence HealthSt. Lawrence Health (SLH) was established in December 2013 with the mission to improve health and to expand access through coordination and integration of services.

SLH became an affiliate of Rochester Regional Health (RRH) in January 2021.

Working together with our community partners, including local health departments and agencies, we are focused on disease prevention, promoting access to quality healthcare services, and improving the overall quality of life for our communities.

Core HospitalsSLH is comprised of three hospitals and a number of outreach primary and specialty care practices throughout St. Lawrence County. Each practice is affiliated with one of our hospitals.?The city is located in Northern New York and has a city population of 30,000 residents. It is the cultural and educational hub of Northern New York. Lawrence County is one of the best places to live in New York. The city offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in this city. Four seasons of fun awaits you amid the picturesque Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York. Clarkson University, SUNY Potsdam, and St. Lawrence University are in this city. International Airports are in Massena And Ogdensburg NY and are 30 to 45 minutes away. You are also near Montreal, Canada. A lso 4 hours to Buffalo NY

For in depth DetailsCall or Email your Cv toShielah/Marsh GroupCell 757 696-0868

Summary

The Physician Assistant will perform medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of medical services to patients.

STATUS: Full time

LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Structural Heart

SCHEDULE: Days

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Satisfaction. Interacts on a frequent, regular and daily basis with patients, family members, medical/social/public services support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Interaction and communication requires expressed empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.
• Medication and Orders: Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams, orders laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures, and supervises the administration of blood products.
• Collaboration. Performs therapeutic and corrective measures within area of expertise in collaboration with other health team members.

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee?s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

SUMMARY

Provide continuing medical care to long-term care residents with multiple medical and surgical diagnoses and to residents with restorative diagnoses on a short-term basis.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: ElderOne

DEPARTMENT: Geriatrics

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Strong communication skills with patients, families and team members aiming to provide patient centered care
• Critical thinking skills, clinical anticipatory planning, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong collaboration skills within interdisciplinary team.
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Ability to work support goals for nursing home eligible individuals to remain in the community

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical care. Evaluation and management of acute, sub-acute and chronic clinical needs of older adults. Collaborate with primary geriatrician on functional changes, patient-specific goals and appropriate blend of curative and symptom focused treatment plans
• Care Management. Complete comprehensive clinical reviews of all chronic conditions and document in medication record. Assess and reassess patient specific goals for current and future care. Review and evaluate specialty recommendations in conjunction with patient specific goals and preferences.
• Interdisciplinary team Administrative Duties. Attends morning meeting and team care planning meetings, in collaboration with other primary care staff. Reviews lab results & specialty notes, initiating orders where appropriate. Complete pre-enrollment visits to orient new patients to ElderONE medical practice and PACE model of care. Coordinate medical discharge planning documentation, collaborating with IDT members.
• Infection Control. Utilize infection control equipment and safety guidelines to minimize and/or prevent occupational exposure to communicable diseases, potentially infectious body fluids and risks of prescribed patient treatment (i.e., radiation, toxic substances).

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee?s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$65.00 - $65.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14617

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

SUMMARY

As an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant with Rochester Regional Health, you are shaping the future of healthcare in central and western New York and making the lives of our patients better and healthier. Join us and be part of a health system that truly improves the lives of individual and communities. Take the opportunity to do something remarkable every single day.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Unity Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Emergency Department

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Satisfaction. Interacts on a frequent, regular and daily basis with patients, family members, medical/social/public services support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Interaction and communication requires expressed empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.
• Medication & Orders. Prescribes drugs, devices and immunizing agents according to policy and practice agreement.
• Collaboration. Performs therapeutic and corrective measures within area of expertise in collaboration with other health team members.

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee?s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$75.00 - $75.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

As an Advanced Practice Practitioner treating patients with substance use disorders, you will work with a team of physicians, APPs and nurses and collaborate frequently with therapists to provide medical and addiction treatment to a diverse population.

At Rochester Regional, you will have a wide range of practice opportunities at multiple locations with in-person and remote opportunities.

Our team meets weekly and supports each other daily.

Rochester General Pediatrics Associates and Rochester Regional Health invite a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Physician to join our thriving team.

This outpatient-only position offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality pediatric care while contributing to the education and mentorship of Pediatric Residents.

The Physician Assistant will coordinate and manage the care of CT surgery patients across the continuum of care.

This individual will work in collaboration with the CT surgery providers to ensure comprehensive acute and long-term care for the patients managed by the service.

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Pulmonary team in the Wilson Multicultural Medical Clinic.

This is a hybrid role supporting both inpatient and outpatient Pulmonary care with a primary focus on COPD management.

The PA will also have the opportunity to contribute to our Lung Cancer Screening Program (LCSP), supporting early detection and prevention efforts as part of our transition toward a value-based care delivery model.

Job Title: R.N. - Inpatient Mental Health

Department: Inpatient Mental Health

Location:   Clifton Springs Hospital   

Hour per week:   Full Time (36 hours)

Schedule:   Nights/Evenings

SUMMARY:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion. 

ATTRIBUTES:

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members

• Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress

• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication

• Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

CITY:

POSTAL CODE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Department: Telemetry Med-Surg

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: Part Time - 24 hours

Schedule: Evenings 3p-11p; every other weekend and holiday.

Sign-On Bonus: Up top $15,000

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

Telemetry Med-Surg – 2600

2600 is a stroke certified, telemetry medical surgical unit. This is a 27 bed unit that cares for cardiac patients on telemetry monitoring. Diagnoses on this unit are primarily cardiac in nature, but the unit also cares for patients with a diverse variety of general medical illnesses. Because of this, our nurses develop a strong set of skills and knowledge that they can use to grow their career throughout the acute care environment.

We are piloting a virtual nursing program on this unit, stationing one nurse in a virtual nursing hub during the hours of 0700-1900, while leaving six nurses physically on the unit to provide direct care to patients.  The virtual nurse supports the bedside nurse in providing quality care to our patients, and is part of a virtual care model that includes pharmacy and social work. Prior to training and serving in the virtual nurse role, we require 6 months of experience working on the unit.

CLINICAL LADDER LEVEL I-IV

The RN level will be determined at the time of hire based on the candidate’s qualifications and ability to meet Clinical Ladder requirements.

Level expectations include:

• RN Level II: Minimum 6 months RN experience; AAS in Nursing; completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 3 activities per pillar (Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution), 9 CEUs, and 6 flex items.

• RN Level III: Minimum 1 year RN experience; AAS in Nursing; demonstrated clinical and leadership skills; preceptor and/or charge experience; completion of 4 activities per pillar, 12 CEUs, and 15 flex items.

• RN Level IV: Minimum 1 year experience in the specialty hired into; BS in Nursing required; expanded leadership role (charge, preceptor, mentor); completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 5 activities per pillar, 15 CEUs, and 20 flex items.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).
• Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.
• Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.
• Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.
• Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance
• Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
• Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• At least 6 months experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

CITY:

POSTAL CODE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Acute General Medicine

Department: Acute General Medicine (5800)

Location: Rochester General Hospital 

Hours Per Week: Full-Time (36 hours per week)

Schedule: NIGHTS, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000 (if applicable)

SUMMARY: As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The Acute Medical Unit (5800) specializes in the care of patients with complex medical conditions and multi-system health issues. Nurses on this unit have the opportunity to build and strengthen their clinical expertise by managing a wide range of acute illnesses, including cardiac conditions requiring telemetry, diabetes, kidney disease and dialysis, pulmonary disorders, and patients requiring multiple drips, drains, and catheters. In addition to medical care, RNs on 5800 play a vital role in supporting the psychosocial needs of patients, particularly those with substance use disorders and mental health challenges, providing compassionate, holistic care to a diverse patient population.

CLINICAL LADDER LEVEL I-IV

The RN level will be determined at the time of hire based on the candidate’s qualifications and ability to meet Clinical Ladder requirements. An established compensation add-on is applied to each RN level.

Level expectations include:

• RN Level II: Minimum 6 months RN experience; AAS in Nursing; completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 3 activities per pillar (Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution), 9 CEUs, and 6 flex items.

• RN Level III: Minimum 1 year RN experience; AAS in Nursing; demonstrated clinical and leadership skills; preceptor and/or charge experience; completion of 4 activities per pillar, 12 CEUs, and 15 flex items.

• RN Level IV: Minimum 1 year experience in the specialty hired into; BS in Nursing required; expanded leadership role (charge, preceptor, mentor); completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 5 activities per pillar, 15 CEUs, and 20 flex items.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care

· Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).

· Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

· Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.

· Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.

· Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.

· Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance

· Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.

· Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.

· Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

· Registered Nurse license in New York State.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

· At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

CITY:

POSTAL CODE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.