Residential RN

The Centers; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Centers HOPE Campus is seeking a Facility Nurse to provide trauma-informed medical and health services for children and multi-system youth in our Cleveland program. You will perform comprehensive health assessments, administer medications, and respond to physician orders in a 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM schedule across 12-hour shifts with a shift premium.

Ideal candidates hold ASN or BSN, active Ohio RN license, and at least two years in pediatric or public health nursing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in pediatric and/or public health nursing
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical health assessments
• Provide well-child care services
• Administer first aid and emergency interventions
• Respond to and implement physician's orders
• Dispense, administer, and supervise medication management
• Assist residents with self-administration of medications
• Monitor for medication side effects and adverse reactions
• Deliver medical interventions as clinically indicated
• Provide medication education to clients and families/caregivers
• Deliver health education instruction to residents
• Train agency staff on universal precautions and communicable disease protocols
• Conduct staff training on medication dispensing procedures
• Serve as resource person on pediatric health issues
• Schedule medical and dental appointments
• Transport children to appointments as needed
• Obtain medication approvals and order medical supplies as directed
• Coordinate medical services with interdisciplinary treatment providers

Education

Associate degree in nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

About The Centers

At The Centers, meaningful work is grounded in a culture where people feel valued. As a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces winner, the organization is nationally recognized, based entirely on employee feedback, for trust, purpose, and care. This position plays an important role in advancing our mission and supporting the communities we serve.

Our H.O.P.E. Campus exists to be a haven of hope and healing for children, youth, and families struggling with mental illness, abuse, and neglect. We strive to be a service-oriented workplace that pioneers and co-creates solutions while fostering belonging in a community where our team members thrive.

Position Overview

The Facility Nurse provides essential medical and health services to children served at The Centers H.O.P.E. Campus, delivering trauma-informed, compassionate care to multi-system youth navigating complex behavioral health, developmental disability, juvenile justice, and child welfare challenges.

Schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• Three (3) 12-hour shifts
• Four (4) 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• New Shift Premium for 7pm-7am Shift: $4.00 per hour + hourly wage.

A Different Kind of Nursing...

A message from our nursing team:

Our goal is to create a lasting impact through positive interactions that focus on assisting our clients with the tools needed to overcome barriers—to assist with confidence building and emotional regulation through transparency and active listening without judgment.

Qualifications

Required Education & Licensure

• Associate degree in nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio

Required Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in pediatric and/or public health nursing
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive physical health assessments
• Provide well-child care services
• Administer first aid and emergency interventions
• Respond to and implement physician's orders
• Dispense, administer, and supervise medication management
• Assist residents with self-administration of medications
• Monitor for medication side effects and adverse reactions
• Deliver medical interventions as clinically indicated

Health Education & Training

• Provide medication education to clients and families/caregivers
• Deliver health education instruction to residents
• Train agency staff on universal precautions and communicable disease protocols
• Conduct staff training on medication dispensing procedures
• Serve as resource person on pediatric health issues

Documentation & Coordination

• Maintain accurate, confidential medical and dental records in compliance with HIPAA
• Document immunizations, health findings, and relevant health data
• Schedule medical and dental appointments
• Transport children to appointments as neededObtain medication approvals and order medical supplies as directed

Collaboration

• Participate in clinical and treatment team meetings
• Coordinate medical services with interdisciplinary treatment providers
• Collaborate with community partners and child welfare systems

Why should a nurse consider working at HOPE?

To assist with the development of our future generations. It is a pivotal time to help change the direction that our youth are going. The work can be rewarding, fulfilling, and at times a challenge. My challenging days are manageable and few and far in-between.

What makes our nursing environment unique?

HOPE Campus has a small nursing department with no IV medication administration and simple wound care. Nurses are not actively involved in therapeutic holds. If you want to have a positive impact on our current and future generation, then HOPE Campus is a place to start.

About The Centers H.O.P.E. Campus

The Centers' H.O.P.E. Campus (Healing, Optimism, Partnership, and Enrichment) serves as a hub for child welfare transformation in Cuyahoga County. We provide emergency response, stabilization, and residential programming for youth facing complex placement challenges through trauma-informed care and cross-system collaboration.

Our Culture:

We are actively building innovative programming in a dynamic, evolving environment. We welcome flexible, creative staff who thrive in mission-driven work. You'll join a highly supportive, team-oriented environment with robust training, professional development, and the opportunity to help shape the future of child welfare.

About The Centers

The Centers fights for equity by healing, teaching, and inspiring individuals and families to reach their full potential. We provide health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greater Cleveland, creating life-changing solutions for healthier, more successful lives.

Benefits

We invest in our staff's well-being with comprehensive benefits including:

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Competitive defined contribution retirement plan
• Access to financial advisory services
• Nutrition and fitness coaching consultations
• Generous paid time off program
• Additional benefits tailored to individual needs

The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.