Registered Nurse - Weekend Option - Observation Unit

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

8h • Onsite

About The Position

TriHealth’s Weekend Option Program is designed for nurses who want meaningful work, the stability of a committed schedule, and the flexibility to balance life outside the hospital. As a Weekends Registered Nurse at Bethesda North Observation Unit. you’ll play a vital role in ensuring continuous, compassionate care for patients across our system. With a structured weekend schedule, program premiums, and wide‑ranging clinical environments, you’ll find a role that both supports your lifestyle and advances your nursing career.

Stepping into the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) at Bethesda North Hospital, you will find a dedicated team that provides thoughtful, high-quality care for adult and geriatric patients, adhering to Medicare guidelines. This 20-bed unit is a hub for patients requiring further diagnostic testing and treatments, including medical, pre/post-surgical, and cardiac interventions. Every moment counts here, as the team focuses on efficient care delivery, seamless teamwork, and close monitoring of each patient’s progress. For nurses joining the CDU, the journey begins with a warm welcome and a comprehensive orientation experience. Your first week includes corporate orientation, followed by personalized one-on-one onboarding with the Nurse Manager or Educator. This ensures every new team member feels supported and ready to start hands-on training with a preceptor. Unit orientation is tailored to individual experience levels, spanning 4-8 weeks of in-depth, competency-based training. Nurses gain expertise through NIHSS certifications, ACLS/BLS training, ECG/telemetry skills, SIM code readiness exercises, and immersive shadowing opportunities. Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced RN, the CDU fosters professional growth through robust support, teamwork, and continuous learning. The unit operates on a 6-week scheduling cycle, including every third weekend and holiday rotations (A, B, C). Flexible options like weekend programs and PRN/Optional scheduling provide a supportive work-life balance. Nurses and Acute Care Technicians (ACTs) collaborate closely, maintaining patient ratios of 1:5 RN, 1:5 LPN, and 1:10 ACT. This teamwork ensures compassionate, safe, and attentive care for every patient. What makes the CDU truly unique? It's the culture of collaboration, the shared commitment to excellence, and the opportunity to make a difference every day—one patient at a time.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
• BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• RN license and strong knowledge of nursing sciences across the care continuum.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a related professional nursing organization.
• Up to 1 year of clinical experience in a nursing unit consistent with assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients and families; document per TriHealth and unit guidelines.
• Develop and update individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and patient needs.
• Provide holistic, safe, and therapeutic nursing care across acute and/or hospice settings.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and interprofessional care teams.
• Incorporate health teaching and counseling into patient and family interactions.
• Maintain compliance with the Weekend Program schedule expectations, including required weekend shifts and potential evening/night call.

Benefits

• TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree