Registered Nurse Human Genetic Outpatient

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a Registered Nurse II for the Human Genetics – Metabolic Disorders program. The role supports infants and young children with rare inherited metabolic disorders, coordinating care with physicians, dietitians, and families.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, clinic support, and care coordination across multiple campuses, with travel between Burnet, Mason, and Liberty locations. Typical hours: days, 32 hours/week, 4 days. Travel between sites required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for clinic visits by ensuring all necessary records, laboratory results, and diagnostic testing are available
• Attend clinic appointments with providers
• Assist with patient assessments and clinical documentation
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, nutrition plans, and follow-up care
• Support patient discharge planning and care coordination
• Coordinate care among providers, dietitians, specialty pharmacies, insurance companies, and medication manufacturers
• Monitor laboratory results and communicate findings to providers and families
• Assist with medication management and prior authorization processes
• Facilitate referrals and follow-up appointments
• Triage sick patient calls and electronic messages
• Respond to patient and family concerns
• Manage ongoing communication with families regarding treatment plans and laboratory monitoring
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation

Job description

Primary Location

Location E

Department

Amb Svcs Human Genetics

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

32

FTE

0.8

Employee Status

Regular

Registered Nurse II Human Genetics (Metabolic Disorders)

Human Genetics – Metabolic Disorders Program

Position Title

Registered Nurse II

Schedule

Days | 32 Hours per Week (4 Days Per Week) One weekday off each week; day off may vary based on clinic schedules.

Hours

Typically, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM with flexibility based on clinic needs

Location

Burnet, Mason, and Liberty Campuses, Travel between clinic locations is required.

Make a Difference for Children with Rare Metabolic Disorders

At Cincinnati Children’s our Human Genetics team provides comprehensive care for children with rare inherited metabolic conditions. These disorders require highly specialized treatment, ongoing monitoring, and close collaboration among providers, dietitians, nurses, patients, and families.

We are seeking a self-motivated, highly organized Registered Nurse II to join our Human Genetics Metabolic Disorders team. This role supports patients and families navigating complex diagnoses while serving as a critical member of a multidisciplinary care team.

The nurse will work closely with three physician providers, two Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, and two full-time metabolic dietitians to coordinate care and support patients throughout their treatment journey.

About The Patient Population

The Metabolic Disorders Program primarily serves infants and young children diagnosed with rare inherited metabolic disorders, including:

• Disorders of protein metabolism, including Phenylketonuria (PKU)
• Carbohydrate and energy metabolism disorders, including Glycogen Storage Disease
• Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders
• Metabolic /mitochondrial program and 22Q
• Other rare inherited metabolic conditions

Treatment Plans May Include

• Specialized medical formulas
• Dietary supplements
• Prescription medications
• Nutritional management and monitoring
• Long-term care coordination

Position Overview

This role combines direct patient care, clinic support, care coordination, and office-based nursing responsibilities. The RN will attend clinic sessions alongside providers and play an essential role in ensuring patients receive comprehensive, coordinated care.

Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, independent decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Support

• Prepare for clinic visits by ensuring all necessary records, laboratory results, and diagnostic testing are available
• Attend clinic appointments with providers
• Assist with patient assessments and clinical documentation
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, nutrition plans, and follow-up care
• Support patient discharge planning and care coordination

Care Coordination

• Coordinate care among providers, dietitians, specialty pharmacies, insurance companies, and medication manufacturers
• Monitor laboratory results and communicate findings to providers and families
• Assist with medication management and prior authorization processes
• Facilitate referrals and follow-up appointments

Telephone Triage and Office-Based Nursing

• Triage sick patient calls and electronic messages
• Respond to patient and family concerns
• Manage ongoing communication with families regarding treatment plans and laboratory monitoring
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability