Clinic Nurse - Thoracic (IRP/Contingent)

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clinic Nurse at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s Thoracic Clinic provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with thoracic conditions, coordinating with surgeons, oncologists, and other care team members to ensure safe, effective treatment plans.

Responsibilities include assessing and planning patient care, directing and supervising nursing staff, and ensuring alignment with the professional practice model. Current Ohio nursing license is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit.
• Experience in relevant care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide nursing care to patients and their families.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegating, and evaluate nursing care in alignment with the professional practice model.
• Collaborate with thoracic surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals to coordinate complex care plans.
• Support patients throughout treatment and recovery and promote compassionate, evidence-based care.

Education

Nursing degree from CCNE/ACEN accredited program

Job description

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Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute’s (OSUCCC-James) mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in their own plan of care, and reducing the length of hospitalization, the clinic nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

Position Summary

The Clinic Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and their family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Clinic Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating, and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

Required Qualifications

Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program required. Current Ohio license or interim permit.

• Experience in relevant care setting preferred.

The Thoracic Clinic at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with thoracic conditions, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors, pulmonary nodules, and other diseases of the chest. Clinic nurses work closely with thoracic surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals to coordinate complex care plans, facilitate diagnostic testing, provide patient education, manage symptoms, and support patients throughout treatment and recovery. The clinic is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while advancing innovation, research, and improved outcomes for patients with thoracic diseases.

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