Registered Nurse - Observation Unit

Registered Nurse – Observation Unit

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

Job Type: Full‑Time – 36 Hours weekly, Nights (6:30 pm–7:00 am).

Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000.

Benefits Snapshot

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

Hourly Incentives & Bonus

• $1hr Weekend Incentive
• $4hr Shift Differential + $6hr Full Time Night Shift Premium
• $5,000 Sign on Bonus
• Acute Care Incentive Pay – Hourly Pay Based on Previous RN Experience

Job Overview

This position applies the nursing process in providing direct and indirect holistic care to patients and their families. The RN collaborates with physicians and the care team to meet patient needs, may delegate tasks within scope, and ensures safe, efficient, high‑quality decision‑making.

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 elevate 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: Full‑Time – 36 Hours weekly.
• Shift: Full‑Time Nights 6:30 pm‑7:00 am.
• Work Arrangement: Onsite, inpatient hospital setting – Observation Unit.
• Address: 375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220.