Staff Nurse - Palliative Unit

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

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Staff Nurse to manage and provide care to patients and their families. This role involves directing and supervising nursing care within the patient care team, and requires a nursing degree from an accredited program along with a current Ohio license. Experience in a relevant care setting is preferred. The position aims to optimize patient care outcomes and promote engagement in their care plans.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio license or interim permit required.
• Experience in a relevant care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide care to patients and their families.
• Supervise nursing care provided by other team members.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate nursing care.

Education

Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program

Job description

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 a relevant care setting preferred.

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

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