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Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center

Pediatric hospital, research, and medical education

Registered Nurse - RN

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 10
Full-timeUnited States

About the Job

Requirements

  • Associate- or diploma-prepared registered nurses must have graduated from an ACEN-, CCNE-, or NLN CNEA-accredited institution.
  • External candidates hired without a BSN or MSN must enroll in a BSN or MSN program within one year of hire and complete the program within five years of hire.
  • An active Ohio registered nurse license is required; other state licensure may also be required.
  • Foreign graduates must have their license validated through TruMerit in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing code for Foreign Graduates.
  • Candidates must pass the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certification course during orientation.
  • Preferred qualification: a BSN from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited institution, or an MSN.

Responsibilities

  • Create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment and use trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate strategies to support patients experiencing psychiatric challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, aggression, self-harm, eating disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
  • Implement a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors.
  • Prevent and respond to crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention strategies, including verbal de-escalation and physical interventions when necessary due to imminent risk.
  • Lead and intervene in behavioral crises using appropriate strategies based on the Stress Model of Crisis and individualized care plans.
  • Perform safety checks, room and patient searches, and monitor environmental risk factors.
  • Comply with departmental policies, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards, including CMS and Joint Commission requirements.
  • Use critical thinking and clinical judgment to assess patient care needs and develop care plans.
  • Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement nursing care interventions for physical and mental health needs.
  • Support activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, and toileting, and provide developmentally appropriate care in group and individualized settings.
  • Maintain assigned observation levels, including continuous observation, 15-minute checks, and remaining within arm’s length of patients.
  • Recognize changes in patient condition, respond to deterioration, and escalate concerns as needed.
  • Lead or support structured group programming and adapt delivery to developmental needs.
  • Engage patients, observe behaviors, and use observations to inform treatment progress and problem-solving.
  • Build therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries and advocating for patient needs.
  • Maintain current knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Complete certifications, licensure renewals, and Safety College trainings on schedule.
  • Partner with nurse councils, Magnet representatives, and leadership to promote safety best practices and continuous performance improvement.
  • Identify and promptly report safety and compliance concerns.
  • Document assessments, care interventions, incident reports, safety checks, and patient progress accurately.
  • Review and ensure timely, accurate documentation from Behavioral Health Specialists, particularly regarding incidents, safety checks, and behavioral observations.
  • Communicate clinical priorities between Behavioral Health Specialists and the interdisciplinary team, ensuring team members are informed and coordinated.
  • Participate in family-centered rounds and provide updates and education to families and caregivers.
  • Use teach-back and other strategies to support understanding of care goals.
  • Contribute to shift reports, handoffs, and interdisciplinary care planning.
  • Work with physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, social workers, allied health providers, and families to support continuity of care.
  • Assign tasks such as safety checks, group facilitation, and patient support, and monitor completion, quality, and safety.
  • Participate in shared decision-making through unit-based councils or ongoing communication with peers and leaders.
  • Participate in performance reviews, peer feedback, and clinical education to maintain competency and promote growth.
  • Support student and new nurse onboarding through role modeling, mentoring, and shared learning.
  • Collaborate across disciplines using the Interprofessional Practice Model to support cohesive, coordinated care.
  • Assess cultural factors and individual preferences that may affect care and integrate them into nursing practice.
  • Advocate ethically for patients and families, particularly when they cannot advocate for themselves.

Desired Qualifications

  • A BSN from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited institution or an MSN is preferred.

About the Company

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center

Pediatric hospital, research, and medical education

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is a nonprofit academic medical center that provides pediatric care across the spectrum—from routine well-child visits to treatment of rare and complex illnesses—and serves as the Department of Pediatrics for the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Care is delivered by pediatric specialists in hospital and clinic settings, while researchers and educators translate findings into better treatments and train residents and fellows. It differentiates itself by combining patient care with university-backed pediatric research and education at scale, along with a commitment to equality and an inclusive environment for staff, patients, and families. Its goal is to improve child health by delivering high-quality care, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of pediatric professionals.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$18.4M
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
Founded
1883

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