Registered Nurse - Hospice of Cincinnati - Central Inpatient Unit

TriHealth • Blue Ash, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works for Hospice of Cincinnati’s Central Inpatient Unit in Blue Ash, providing direct and indirect holistic care to patients and their families. The nurse applies the nursing process, collaborates collegially with physicians and other health care team members, and may delegate aspects of care to staff under their direct supervision within the scope of nursing practice. Responsibilities include bedside shift reporting, point-of-care charting, and flexibility in responding to unit needs. The nurse must be willing to float to Hospice of Cincinnati’s other inpatient care centers in Anderson, Hamilton, and Christ, as well as Continuous Care. Mileage reimbursement and scheduled shift-float and weekend incentives are provided when applicable.

The posting lists a day-shift schedule of 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. in one section, but the Job Overview specifies scheduled hours of 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. (night shift). It also describes a rotation every third weekend and a rotating holiday schedule. The role includes shift differentials and premium incentive pay.

The position is based at Hospice of Cincinnati’s Central Inpatient Unit, 4310 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242. The working conditions include frequent or consistent physical and cognitive activities, including bending, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, including lifting 50 pounds or more.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or diploma in nursing.
• New hires are required to obtain a BSN within five years of hire.
• Up to one year of clinical nursing experience required.
• Registered Nurse licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle.
• Knowledge of computer systems, basic keyboarding skills, and ability to perform computer-related tasks.
• Must be willing to float to other inpatient care centers and Continuous Care as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a related professional organization preferred.
• Certification in an applicable specialty preferred once eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments, identify care needs, and communicate findings to the healthcare team.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care while promoting patient dignity, autonomy, and safety.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, carry out physician orders, and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and revise care plans in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform clinical procedures, administer medications and treatments safely, and operate equipment according to policy and standards of practice.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, providing education, guidance, and support to staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, continuing education, and organizational goals.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Supervise and delegate patient care activities appropriately while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Conduct bedside shift reporting and point-of-care charting.
• Float to other inpatient care centers and Continuous Care as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient needs.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement when floating.
• Scheduled shift-float incentive.
• Weekend incentive and premium incentive pay.
• Competitive shift differentials.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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