Staff Nurse (RN) Observation Unit, University Hospital

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

Job summary

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH is seeking a Staff Nurse to provide direct patient care and support to families, working within the professional practice model.

You will assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate, and evaluate nursing care while supervising other members of the care team; prior license required; background check and drug screen may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support to the patient and family.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate and evaluate nursing care.
• Direct and supervise nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team.
• Engage in ongoing assessment and alignment with the professional practice model.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Care coordination

Delegation

Staff supervision

Education

2-year nursing degree

Job description

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 Education Required

2-Year College Degree

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.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

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.