RN Hospice House/IPU

Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice Inpatient Unit (PRN)

Ohio's Hospice Inc. Located at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Ohio's Hospice is seeking compassionate, skilled Registered Nurses to join our Inpatient Care Unit located at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. This is an opportunity to provide exceptional end-of-life care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where quality, dignity, and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do.

We are currently hiring for PRN positions:

• Day Shift RNs: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Night Shift RNs: 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse plans, coordinates, and delivers comprehensive nursing care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN works collaboratively with patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining professional nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN required; BSN preferred)

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio

• Two years of acute care nursing experience preferred

• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred 

• Current CPR certification

• Strong computer skills with the ability to accurately document in an electronic health record

• Valid Ohio driver's license with a safe driving record

• State minimum automobile insurance coverage

• Ability to travel during daytime, nighttime, and inclement weather as needed

Essential Responsibilities

• Assess the physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of hospice patients and their families.

• Develop, implement, and continually evaluate individualized, patient-centered plans of care.

• Monitor changes in patient condition and communicate updates promptly to the physician and interdisciplinary team.

• Collaborate in hospice admissions, care conferences, and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to ensure coordinated care.

• Document assessments, interventions, physician orders, and patient care accurately in the electronic health record.

• Communicate patient information effectively through SBAR and other standardized handoff processes.

• Supervise, educate, and evaluate Personal Care Specialists, volunteers, and other caregivers to ensure quality care and adherence to the plan of care.

• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives to support excellence in patient care.

• Serve as a preceptor for newly hired clinical staff as assigned.

• Assist other departments and team members as needed to support the mission of Ohio's Hospice.

Why Join Ohio's Hospice?

At Ohio's Hospice, our mission is to celebrate the lives of those we have the privilege of serving by providing superior care and superior services to each patient and family. As part of our inpatient team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about making every moment matter.

If you are an RN who values compassionate care, clinical excellence, and meaningful work, we encourage you to apply and become part of our exceptional hospice team.