Staff Nurse (RN)- Critical Care Oncology New Grad Nurse Residency Program- The James

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is offering a Nurse Residency Program for newly licensed graduate nurses to transition into oncology nursing through a structured 14-20 week paid orientation. Each resident is guided by a Nurse Residency Program Educator and gains hands-on experience.

Qualified candidates must be graduates of accredited nursing programs and possess current licensure from the State of Ohio. This program is designed to support professional development in a collaborative medical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program.
• Current licensure or interim permit in registered nursing from the State of Ohio.
• Preference for prior experience in a relevant care setting.

Responsibilities

• Managing and providing patient care and supportive services.
• Directing and supervising nursing care provided by other team members.
• Assessing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.
• Prioritizing patient care needs and providing leadership.

Skills

Patient care management

Team leadership

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Program Overview

The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital Nurse Residency Program offers unique opportunities for newly licensed graduate nurses to transition from student to professional through a full‑time, structured 14‑20 week paid orientation to oncology nursing. The program utilizes Patricia Benner’s novice‑to‑expert model to facilitate socialization into the medical center via hands‑on clinical experience, classroom learning, and ongoing professional development. Each resident is supported by a Nurse Residency Program Educator who coordinates the personalized residency experience, revises the orientation pathway, and evaluates progress.

Program Details

2027 Critical Care New Graduate Nurse Residency Program (units under interview)

Units

• Medical ICU
• Surgical ICU
• Neuro ICU

Resident Responsibilities

• Managing and providing patient care and supportive services.
• Directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team.
• Assessing, prescribing, implementing, coordinating, delegating, and evaluating nursing care.
• Prioritizing patient care needs and providing leadership to and development of the patient care team.

Qualifications

Must be a graduate of a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program; must hold current licensure or interim permit in the practice of registered nursing from the State of Ohio Board of Nursing; preference for prior experience in a relevant care setting and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Background Check

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 Employment Opportunity

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