Staff Nurse (RN) - Inpatient OR - Level I Trauma

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Staff Nurse to manage and provide patient care, and to direct nursing activities for the patient care team within the University Hospital Tower OR.

The Staff Nurse will assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate and evaluate care in alignment with the professional practice model.

This role contributes to patient outcomes, staff engagement and safety, with opportunities to work in a Magnet-certified, Level 1 Trauma Center environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year nursing degree from CCNE/ACEN-accredited program required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license or interim permit required.
• Two years of experience in relevant care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegating and evaluating nursing care.
• Direct and supervise nursing care provided by other team members.
• Align patient care with the professional practice model.

Skills

Assessment

Care coordination

Delegation

Team supervision

Education

2-year College Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s 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 his/her 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 his/her 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.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

• 2- year College Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with a major in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is preferred.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit required.
• 2 years of experience in relevant care setting is preferred.

On-going:

Maintains current Ohio RN license. Meets mandatory educational and health requirements. Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions

Unit Description

The University Hospital Tower OR has 20 operating rooms. This includes providing services as a Level 1 Trauma Center specializing in a wide range of surgical services. These services include: General, Robotics, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Plastics, Transplant, Urology, OBGYN, and Ophthalmology. Our team delivers high-quality, evidence-based care, recognized with the 2025 Gold Plus Stroke Care award from the American Heart Association. We are proudly certified in Magnet, Trauma, Burn, and Stroke care.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

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

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