Posted Jul 23, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 24, 2026
What this might mean for you
Columbus is close to home for you — near enough to visit the unit and get a feel for the floor before you commit. Nationwide Children's Hospital is a specialty hospital, so the case mix runs deep rather than wide.
About this role
Emphasizes health promotion and disease prevention as they assist patients and families to move rapidly, uneventfully, safely, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care. Delegates, oversees and provides quality, safe and developmentally appropriate patient care. Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach. Assesses individualized patient needs and plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices. Ensures clinic processes and workflows comply with regulatory and policy compliance. Works closely with providers and other team members to ensure a smooth clinic flow addressing patient/parent concerns and attaining positive patient and family outcomes. Documents according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures. Engages in the workplace community by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred (must complete BSN within 5 years of start date)
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Three years of pediatric clinical experience preferred
Computer skills
Clinical documentation standards compliance
About the employer
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Specialty Hospital
Nationwide Children's Hospital is a pediatric hospital located in Columbus, Ohio (43205). Based on the provided job description, the organization emphasizes a Family Centered approach to nursing care, integrating evidence-based practices, therapeutic communication, and developmental appropriateness in patient care delivery.…
What reviewers appreciate
+Family-centered care model that emphasizes holistic patient and family needs
+Evidence-based practice framework guiding clinical decision-making
+Shift and weekend differentials offered in addition to base pay
What reviewers flag
−Rotating day and night shifts every six weeks may disrupt circadian rhythms and work-life balance
−Every-other-weekend work requirement limits predictable personal time
−Holiday rotation required, potentially impacting family and social commitments during holidays
Benefits: The job description explicitly mentions shift differentials and weekend differentials in addition to base hourly pay, as well as a $2.00 per hour increase upon successful completion of unit orientation. No other benefits (e.g., health insurance, retirement, PTO) are specified in the provided source.
Living in Columbus, OH
Ohio's capital blends Midwestern friendliness with big-city energy. Home to Ohio State University and several major hospital systems, Columbus offers nurses strong career options, a lively Short North arts district, and greenways along the Scioto River for off-shift downtime.