Staff Nurse - Immediate Care Center

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute’s (OSUCCC-James) 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 staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

Position Summary

The Staff 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 Staff Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

Required 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 relevant care setting preferred.

Additional Information

The Immediate Care Center is a specialized unit within The James that provides same-day care for oncology, hematology, and sickle cell patients. While it operates with the urgency and responsiveness of an acute care setting, it is distinct from both traditional outpatient clinics and the Emergency Department. Patients are typically more stable than those seen in the ED but still require timely evaluation and treatment.

Referrals are coordinated directly through the patient’s oncology team, often based on real-time clinical concerns that need same-day attention. This approach helps reduce unnecessary ED visits and ensures rapid access to specialized care, supporting Ohio State’s commitment to exceptional outcomes and efficient care delivery.

The unit’s smaller footprint fosters strong collaboration and a supportive team culture. Nurses develop a broad skillset while managing a range of oncology-related conditions and build meaningful relationships with patients throughout their treatment course.

The Immediate Care Center offers a rare combination of acuity, continuity, and purpose, supporting Ohio State’s broader goal of delivering high-quality care through innovative and efficient models that prioritize both patient outcomes and staff engagement.

This position is a rotational position and will require working both days and nights.

Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 36
Shift: Rotating Shift