Registered Nurse - Hospice of Cincinnati - Central Inpatient Unit

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

1d • 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 role applies the nursing process, collaborates with physicians and other healthcare team members, and may delegate aspects of care to people under the nurse’s direct supervision within the scope of nursing practice. The nurse conducts bedside shift reporting and point-of-care charting, demonstrates flexibility, and must be willing to float to other inpatient care centers and Continuous Care as needed. Mileage reimbursement and shift float and weekend incentives are provided when applicable. The posting lists both a full-time day schedule and an overnight schedule; the job overview specifies 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

The role supports patients and families during vulnerable moments and promotes comfort, dignity, continuity of care, and patient-centered practice. Responsibilities also include serving as a clinical resource and mentor and contributing to professional development, quality improvement, and organizational goals.

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.
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex healthcare needs at various stages of the life cycle.
• Registered Nurse credential required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Knowledge of computer systems, basic keyboarding skills, and ability to perform computer-related tasks.
• Willingness to float to other inpatient care centers and Continuous Care as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a related professional organization.
• Certification in an applicable specialty 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 collegially with physicians and other healthcare team members in meeting patient needs.

Benefits

• 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.
• Mileage reimbursement when floating.
• Scheduled shift float incentive and weekend incentive.

What This Job Offers

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