Job Details
Job Title: Clinic Nurse (RN) - Cardiothoracic Ambulatory Care Center
Department: Ross | Ambulatory Care Center
Scope of Position
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's 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 achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization. The clinic nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost effective care.
Position Summary
The Clinic Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and his/her family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Clinic Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program required. Current Ohio license or interim permit. *Experience in cardiac care setting preferred.
Additional Information
The Cardiothoracic Ambulatory Care Center is an outpatient clinical practice within an academic medical center that provides comprehensive care for patients with complex cardiac and thoracic conditions. The unit supports pre- and post-operative visits, specialty clinics, and ongoing follow-up care. Nursing staff collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, advanced practice providers, residents, and multidisciplinary teams, serving a critical role in patient assessment, care coordination, education, and procedural support within a professional, team-based, and academically focused environment. Hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm.
Location: Ross Heart Hospital (0353)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
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.
About The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University, one of the biggest and most comprehensive universities in the country, creates experiences that bring together expertise, ideas and resources to improve communities locally and globally.
Ohio State is regularly honored as one of the nation's top 20 public universities. With campuses and research centers throughout the state, the institution's unrivaled depth and breadth advance innovation, health care and research within Ohio's communities. For more than 150 years, Ohio State has inspired the next generation of leaders, discovering groundbreaking medical breakthroughs and finding solutions to the problems the world is facing now.
Ohio State also has a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center.
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Ohio State provides access to opportunities and resources for all employees. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
- WORK-LIFE: Flexible and remote work arrangements where applicable, child care program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.
- RETIREMENT: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.
- HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.
- TIME OFF: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.
- FINANCIAL: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance, and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.
- WELLNESS: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.