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How much do ascension rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for ascension rn in Ohio is $42.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.97 and $49.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ascension RN?

An Ascension RN is a Registered Nurse (RN) who works for Ascension, one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the United States. Ascension RNs provide patient care in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and specialty care centers operated by Ascension. Their duties include assessing patient needs, administering medications, collaborating with healthcare teams, and supporting patient recovery. Ascension emphasizes compassionate, personalized care rooted in its faith-based mission. RNs at Ascension also have access to continuing education and professional development opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Ascension RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Ascension Registered Nurse, you need strong clinical expertise, patient assessment abilities, and an active RN license, often complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), clinical documentation systems, and specialized medical equipment is typically required. Compassion, teamwork, and effective communication are essential soft skills for building trust with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are vital for providing safe, high-quality care and ensuring positive health outcomes within Ascension’s patient-centered environment.

What are some common challenges Ascension RNs face when adapting to new units or specialties within the organization?

Ascension RNs often encounter challenges such as adjusting to different patient populations, learning new workflows, and adapting to varied technology systems across units or specialties. While orientation and ongoing training are provided, it can take time to build confidence in a new environment and establish strong communication with a new team. Proactively engaging with mentors, participating in continuing education, and leveraging the support of interdisciplinary colleagues can help ease these transitions and promote professional growth.

What is the difference between Ascension Rn vs Hospital Rn?

AspectAscension RnHospital Rn
CertificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly additional certifications depending on specialtyRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with specialty certifications
Work EnvironmentVarious settings including outpatient clinics, home health, and community healthHospital units such as ER, ICU, medical-surgical wards
Employer & IndustryAscension Health, healthcare services providerHospitals and medical centers

Ascension Rns typically work in diverse healthcare settings within Ascension Health, focusing on outpatient and community care, while hospital Rns are primarily based in hospital units providing acute care. Both roles require RN licensure and may involve similar certifications, but their work environments and employer settings differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Ascension Rn job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,963 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Southwest General

Ascension St Vincent

Middleburg Heights, OH • On-site

$110 - $140/hr

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Job description

Seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a full-time position at Southwest General. This position requires experience in knowledge, procedures, and independent practice. Neonatal APP experience required and minimum of 2 years experience in a level 3-4 NICU strongly preferred.

A Brief Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing quality care for patients and increasing patient access and satisfaction. Standard tasks to be performed by a Nurse Practitioner as specified by the Ohio State Nursing Board and UH entity specific Medical Bylaws

What You Will Do
  • Initiates and maintains positive relationships w/pts/customers (10%)
  • Initiates and maintains positive relationships w/co-workers (10%)
  • Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment (10%)
  • Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values (10%)
  • Performs patient assessment and assigns diagnosis based on recorded assessment data and current scientific and current research (20%)
  • Establishes plan of care and implements interventions in accordance w/carepaths, protocols, and standards of care and current research (15%)
  • Collaborates w/other health care providers in an interdisciplinary approach to provide care to the patient and family (5%)
  • Contributes to the educational development of staff, patients, family and self (5%)
  • Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management (5%)
  • Provides education through role modeling and in-services to meet identified learning needs and to promote professionalism (5%)
  • Advances own professional development through self-directed learning, continuing education and participation in peer review (5%)
Additional Responsibilities
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
  • Master's Degree from an accredited PA educational program (Required)
  • (MSN) Master's Degree in Nursing (Required)
Experience Qualifications
  • 1+ years as a Physician Assistant Required
  • 1+ years as a Nurse Practitioner Required
Skills, & Abilities
  • Demonstrated leadership skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships. (Required proficiency)
  • Computer skills to access patient medical data from UHHS mainframe. (Required proficiency)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications

Physician Assistant:

  • Physician Assistant (PA) (Required) and
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) and
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)
  • Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (Required) and
  • Practice with a supervising physician (Required Upon Hire) and
  • Maintain national PA Certification (Required)

Nurse Practitioner:

  • Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required) and
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the State of Ohio (Required) and
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) and
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)
  • Current APRN License (Required)
Physical Demands
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
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