Staff Nurse - Palliative Unit

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute in Columbus seeks a Staff Nurse for the Palliative Unit. You will manage and provide direct care to patients and families, coordinate nursing services, and supervise other members of the care team in alignment with the professional practice model.

This Regular, on-site role offers varied shifts; the nurse will participate in care planning, assessments, and implementing treatments while ensuring patient comfort and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide and manage care to patients and their families in alignment with the professional practice model.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate, and evaluate nursing care.
• Direct and supervise nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing supervision

Education

Nursing degree (CCNE/ACEN accredited)

Ohio nursing license

Job description

Job Title

Staff Nurse - Palliative Unit

Department

James | Oncology Nursing Administration

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 staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

Position Summary

The Staff 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 Staff 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.

Additional Information

• Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)
• Position Type: Regular
• Scheduled Hours: 36
• Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.