Staff Nurse; RN Oncology - PACU

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Staff Nurse (RN) – Oncology – PACU

James Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) – Oncology – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC‑James)

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute’s mission is to improve health in Ohio and globally through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed toward achieving positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement, and reducing the length of hospitalization. The staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, 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. They assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate, and evaluate nursing care of patients in accordance with the professional practice model.

The James Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) delivers evidence‑based, high‑quality post‑operative and post‑procedural nursing care to oncology and surgical patients transitioning from anesthesia. The nurse provides specialized assessment, monitoring, and interventions to ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal recovery. The PACU nurse collaborates closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary care teams within a nationally recognized academic medical center.

• 2‑year College Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with a major in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program is preferred.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit required.
• 2 years of experience in a relevant care setting is preferred.
• Ongoing requirements:
  Maintains current Ohio RN license, meets mandatory educational and health requirements, and demonstrates required computer skills.

• Manage and provide nursing care to patients and their families.
• Direct and supervise nursing care provided by other team members.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate, and evaluate nursing care of patients.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal recovery.

James Cancer Hospital (0375) – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital

Regular

40 scheduled hours per week, varying shifts.

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

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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