Clinical Nurse Jobs in Ohio

Clinical Nurse jobs in Ohio are in strong and consistent demand, with major hiring concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient care centers, and long-term care facilities at every level from new graduate through senior clinical nurse. The largest hiring metros are Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where established systems such as OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and TriHealth actively recruit. The most in-demand specialties in Ohio right now are medical-surgical, critical care, and pediatric nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles71
Top employerOhioHealth
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring27
Work type91% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Health Partners of Western Ohio
Clinical Nurse Manager
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Health Partners of Western Ohio
New 9h ago
Clinical Nurse Manager
Health Partners of Western Ohio
Tiffin, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree in business
501-1,000

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Naven Health, Inc
Clinical Care Transition Educator / Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Columbus
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Naven Health, Inc
New 11h ago
Clinical Care Transition Educator / Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Columbus
Naven Health, Inc
Dublin, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38.84 - $64.72/hr
1,001-5,000

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OhioHealth
Clinical Nurse Mgr
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OhioHealth
New 12h ago
Clinical Nurse Mgr
OhioHealth
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Team Leader - Home Health
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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
New 19h ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Team Leader - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Cincinnati, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Clinical Nurse
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Added 1d ago
Clinical Nurse
Auglaize County Health Department
Wapakoneta, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Clinical Nurse Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
8 jobs
Cleveland
6 jobs
Toledo
4 jobs
Youngstown
3 jobs
Akron
2 jobs
Dublin
2 jobs
Mansfield
2 jobs

Clinical Nurse Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

OhioHealth
OhioHealth9 open roles
Mercy Health
Mercy Health7 open roles
Dayton Children's Hospital
Dayton Children's Hospital6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Education1
  • Insurance1
  • Science & Research1
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical 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 and, for acute care roles, ACLS certification
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant care setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong patient assessment, care coordination, and interdisciplinary communication skills

Clinical Nurse Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical nurse in Ohio?

To become a clinical nurse in Ohio, you must earn an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program, then pass the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for licensure through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Ohio participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Ohio without obtaining a separate state license. Most clinical nurse roles also require current BLS certification before your start date.

How much do clinical nurses make in Ohio?

Clinical 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 clinical nurses in Ohio?

Employers hiring clinical nurses in Ohio right now include OhioHealth, Mercy Health, and Dayton Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's concentration of large academic medical centers and regional health systems means hiring activity remains steady across the state throughout the year.

Which Ohio cities have the most clinical nurse jobs?

Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton have the most clinical nurse openings in Ohio right now. Columbus leads because of its dense network of OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital facilities, Cleveland draws volume from the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals systems, and Cincinnati reflects the combined hiring of TriHealth, UC Health, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

Are there remote clinical nurse jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical nursing is fundamentally a hands-on, patient-facing role, so most positions require on-site presence. About 9% of clinical nurse openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to sit in telehealth triage, care management, or utilization review rather than direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a clinical nurse in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate residency program, which large Ohio systems including Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Nationwide Children's Hospital run specifically for nurses with limited clinical hours. These structured residencies pair new nurses with preceptors across medical-surgical and general acute care floors, which are consistently the first units to hire. Candidates who hold a current Ohio RN license, an active BLS certification, and completed a senior clinical practicum in an Ohio facility stand out strongly in these applicant pools.

Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from each listing.

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