Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in Ohio
Clinic registered nurse jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in outpatient clinics, physician group practices, community health centers, and specialty care settings from entry-level to senior clinical roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, with major systems like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and TriHealth maintaining large clinic nursing workforces across those metros. The most in-demand specialties include chronic disease management, pediatric primary care, and ambulatory oncology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Address:
300 W 10th AveColumbus,OH
- Job Number: R156853
- Posted Date: 8/26/2026
- Type: Full time
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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 their own plan of care, and reducing the length of hospitalization, the clinic nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.
Position Summary
The Clinic Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and their family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Clinic 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.
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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinic registered nurse jobs across Ohio.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Associate or bachelor of science in nursing degree from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent
- Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience in an outpatient or ambulatory setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education and care coordination skills for diverse clinic populations
Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinic registered nurse in Ohio?
You become a clinic registered nurse in Ohio by earning an associate or bachelor of science in nursing from an accredited program, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active RN license through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Ohio participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Ohio under their home-state license. Most clinic positions also expect at least basic BLS certification before your start date.
How much do clinic registered nurses make in Ohio?
Clinic registered nurses in Ohio earn a median of about $82,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,980 for the lowest 10% to over $105,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinic registered nurses in Ohio?
Employers hiring clinic registered nurses in Ohio right now include Nationwide Children's Hospital, Mercy Health, and Kettering Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems operate hundreds of outpatient clinic sites statewide, making them the most consistent and volume-heavy source of clinic RN openings across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most clinic registered nurse jobs?
Columbus, Toledo, and Cleveland have the most clinic registered nurse openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of the concentration of OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's outpatient networks, Cleveland draws on the extensive ambulatory footprint of Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals, and Cincinnati's volume is driven by TriHealth and UC Health clinic operations across the metro.
Are there remote clinic registered nurse jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinic registered nursing is a hands-on, patient-facing role, so the large majority of positions require on-site presence. About 0% of clinic registered nurse openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be telephone triage, care management, or utilization review roles rather than direct patient care positions.
How can I get hired as a clinic registered nurse in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate nurse residency program at one of Ohio's large outpatient systems. OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's all run structured residency or transition-to-practice programs that accept new RN graduates into ambulatory and clinic settings. Candidates who hold an active Ohio RN license and BLS certification before applying stand out, and those coming from adjacent roles such as medical assistant or licensed practical nurse have a clear advantage when moving into a first clinic RN position.
Where can I find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across outpatient clinics, physician practices, and health system ambulatory sites. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the employer.
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