Registered Nurse - Hospice of Cincinnati - Central Inpatient Unit

Registered Nurse - Central Inpatient Hospice 

Step into a meaningful role within our Hospice Care Team as a Registered Nurse dedicated to supporting patients and families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.  You’ll serve as a trusted resource for nurses, physicians, caregivers, and loved ones, helping maintain comfort, dignity, and continuity of care.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is compassionate and confident working independently in a field-based or home‑care setting. A passion for supporting colleagues, providing calm reassurance, and upholding the highest standards of patient-centered care will make you an invaluable part of our hospice mission.

Location:

Hospice of Cincinnati - 4310 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Work Schedule:

• Full Time (36 hours Weekly)
• Day Shift 7:00am-7:30pm 
• Every 3rd weekend rotation
• Rotating holiday schedule

Incentives & Benefits: 

$ 1 weekend incentive

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please use the link to view TriHealth’s benefits: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits  

To explore more about Hospice and the care we provide click the link below: 

https://hospiceofcincinnati.org/

Job Overview:

This position works for Hospice of Cincinnati’s Central Inpatient Unit in Blue Ash. Scheduled hours are 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (night shift). Shift differential and premium incentive pay. Must be willing to float to other 3 inpatient care centers as needed (Anderson, Hamilton, & Christ) and Continuous Care. Mileage reimbursement is provided when floating, along with a scheduled shift float incentive and weekend incentive. Conducts bedside shift reporting; point of care charting; demonstrates flexibility. Knowledge of computer systems, basic keyboarding skills and able to perform computer related tasks.  This position includes shift differential and weekend premium incentive pay.

This position applies the nursing process in providing direct and indirect holistic care to patients and their families. The position also collaborates, in a collegial manner, with physicians and other health care team members in meeting the patient's needs. This position may delegate certain aspects of care to those under their direct supervision, within the scope of nursing practice

Job Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing (Required) 
• New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire. (Required)
• Up to 1 year Clinical in Nursing (Required)
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle 
• Preferred membership in related professional organization 
• Preferred certification in applicable specialty once eligible
• Registered Nurse Required 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
• Preferred certification in applicable specialty once eligible Preferred and 
• Preferred membership in related professional organization Preferred

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments, identify care needs, and communicate findings to the healthcare team.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care while promoting patient dignity, autonomy, and safety.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, carry out physician orders, and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and revise care plans in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform clinical procedures, administer medications and treatments safely, and operate equipment according to policy and standards of practice.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, providing education, guidance, and support to staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, continuing education, and organizational goals.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Supervise and delegate patient care activities appropriately while maintaining accountability for outcomes.

Other Related Information:

The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advanced degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support, and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care

Working Conditions:

Bending - Frequently 

Climbing - Rarely 

Concentrating - Consistently 

Continuous Learning - Consistently 

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently 

Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently 

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently 

Kneeling - Occasionally 

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently 

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently 

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently 

Pulling - Consistently 

Pushing - Consistently 

Reaching - Consistently 

Reading - 

Sitting - Occasionally 

Standing - Consistently 

Stooping - Consistently 

Talking - Consistently 

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently 

Use of Hands - Consistently 

Color Vision - Consistently 

Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently 

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently 

Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS... 

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" 

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist 

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS... 

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met 

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators) 

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS... 

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. 

• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. 

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS... 

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. 

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. 

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS... 

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. 

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Keywords:

Hospice, Registered Nurse, RN, Staff RN, End of Life Care, Nursing, Palliative Care, Pain Management, Care Coordination, Comfort Care, Inpatient Hospice, Hospice Case Manager, RN Case Manager