Staff Nurse; RN Surgical Oncology

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute’s (OSUCCC‑James) mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards the achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in their own plan of care, and reducing the length of hospitalization.

The staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost‑effective care.

The Staff Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and their family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Staff Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating, and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

This fast‑paced, high‑acuity unit cares for patients with breast, thoracic, orthopedic, gynecologic, urology, neurology, hepatopancreatobiliary pancreatic, head and neck, neurology, and other intra‑abdominal cancers. Nurses develop specialty skills in airway management and free flap care, and manage a range of acuity levels from observation to progressive care.

• Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing) accredited nursing program.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit.
• Experience in a relevant care setting preferred.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.