Registered Nurse - Observation Unit

Registered Nurse – Observation Unit

Req ID: 309926

Location: Good Samaritan Hospital –375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Job Type: Part‑Time -24 Hours weekly - Nights - 6:30pm-7:00am

Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500

Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Here.

At TriHealth, our nurses are at the center of delivering compassionate, patient‑focused care across the system. In the Observation Unit, you will play an essential role in providing both direct and indirect holistic care for patients requiring short‑term monitoring and rapid evaluation. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians and the care team, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality clinical decision‑making that directly impacts patient outcomes and flow. 

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Meaningful, fast‑paced patient care with a focus on rapid diagnostics and short‑term treatment.
• Highly collaborative team culture with physicians and interdisciplinary staff.
• Professional growth opportunities through hands‑on practice, care planning, and clinical pathway utilization.
• Supportive leadership and structured nursing standards that empower you to excel.
• Opportunity to mentor and educate others within your specialty as your skills grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient and family assessments and document findings according to unit and TriHealth standards. 
• Develop and update individualized plans of care based on assessments, patient input, and established clinical pathways. 
• Communicate assessment findings and care plans effectively with physicians and the healthcare team. 
• Provide a safe, therapeutic care environment while upholding patient autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and escalate concerns as needed. 
• Complete all documentation and patient care tasks within expected timeframes. 
• Deliver patient and family education and health counseling as part of routine care. 
• Serve as a resource by training or guiding other staff within the specialty when appropriate. 

Qualifications

Must‑Have

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing. 
• New hires must obtain BSN within 5 years.
• BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers.
• Active Registered Nurse licensure.
• Strong clinical judgment and skills grounded in biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences.

Preferred

• Membership in a related professional organization. 
• 1+ year full‑time or 2+ years part‑time acute care RN experience.
• Specialty certification. 

Schedule & Location

• FTE: Part‑Time - 24 Hours weekly - 
• Shift: Nights 6:30pm-7:00am
• Work Arrangement: Onsite, inpatient hospital setting - Observation Unit
• Address: 375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220 

Benefits Snapshot

TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.

Learn more: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits 

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