Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice House/Inpatient Unit

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)
• Location: Inpatient Unit at OSU Medical Center
• Weekend Rotation: Every third weekend required
• Holiday Rotation: Required

About the Role

Join Ohio’s Hospice as a Registered Nurse (RN) on our Hospice House/Inpatient Unit team, where you’ll provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals living with life-limiting illnesses. You’ll support patients and their families throughout their hospice journey while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to comfort, dignity, quality of life, and clinical excellence.

At Ohio’s Hospice, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your clinical expertise, professional growth, and the meaningful difference you make in the lives of patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care using the nursing process, including comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Assess and address patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs while promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and promptly communicate significant findings to physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Evaluate and adjust nursing interventions, medications, and care plans based on changes in patient conditions and clinical needs.
• Participate in patient admissions, interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and ongoing care coordination.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of assessments, interventions, physician orders, medications, and patient status in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide clear, effective patient handoffs using SBAR and other standardized communication techniques to support continuity and safety of care.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and support to personal care specialists, volunteers, and other caregivers to ensure care is delivered according to established plans and standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, support staff, and other departments to promote high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, clinical outcomes, regulatory compliance, and organizational excellence.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, providing clinical guidance and support during orientation and training.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing, without disciplinary actions.
• Current CPR certification.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred. Support is available for eligible employees pursuing certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, symptom management, and care planning skills.
• Experience documenting patient care in an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and 10-panel drug screening.

Benefits & Perks

Your health, well-being, and professional growth matter to us! Ohio’s Hospice offers a comprehensive benefits package and resources to support your career, including:

• Competitive pay.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Support for hospice certification preparation, with a pay incentive upon achieving hospice certification.
• Scrubs provided during initial onboarding.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• An organizational preceptor to support orientation and ongoing education.
• Educational programs focused on professional development and career advancement.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Why Join Ohio’s Hospice?

Ohio’s Hospice offers meaningful career opportunities, professional advancement, and a strong foundation for growth for individuals who are passionate about serving others.

Our Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses are committed to providing exceptional care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We equip our team members with the resources, education, and support they need to make a meaningful difference every day.

When you join Ohio’s Hospice, you become part of a team that is deeply committed to caring for our patients, supporting their families, and taking care of one another.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact, find deeper meaning in your work, and reconnect with the reasons you chose nursing. At Ohio’s Hospice, your compassion, skills, and dedication are valued.

Come join a team that is wildly passionate about caring for our patients and each other!

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be Platinum Certified through SAGECare, an organization that provides training and consulting on LGBTQ+ aging issues for service providers. We welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community to join our team and are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace for all.