Staff Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - General Medicine

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Nurse at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center manages and provides care to patients and their families, and directs and supervises nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The nurse assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, delegates, and evaluates patient nursing care in alignment with the professional practice model. The role supports positive patient care outcomes, patient involvement in care planning, reduced hospitalization length, staff engagement, patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

The position is on 11 North, a new general medicine mixed-acuity unit initially opening with 16 beds in the Acute Care Department within the new University Hospital Tower. The unit cares for medical-surgical and PCU patients and uses a team-centered approach with attending physicians. Physician team rooms are on or near the unit. The team supports staff development and advancement as a dedicated education unit.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing from a CCNE- or ACEN-accredited nursing program.
• Current Ohio nursing license or interim permit.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a relevant care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide care to patients and their families.
• Direct and supervise nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate, and evaluate nursing care in alignment with the professional practice model.
• Work with attending physicians in a team-centered care environment.
• Support positive patient outcomes, patient involvement in care planning, and reduced hospitalization length.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level