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Neonatal APP

Columbus, OH · On-site

$112K - $146K/yr

Hiring both experienced and new grad NNPs (with 2 years of NICU experience, preferably level IV). ... Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state ...

Neonatal APP

Columbus, OH · On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

Hiring both experienced and new grad NNPs (with 2 years of NICU experience, preferably level IV). ... Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state ...

Neonatal APP

Columbus, OH · On-site

$112K - $146K/yr

Hiring both experienced and new grad NNPs (with 2 years of NICU experience, preferably level IV). ... Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for new grad rn in Columbus, OH is $28.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.01 and $29.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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New Grad RNs often encounter challenges such as adjusting to shift work, managing their time efficiently, and building confidence in clinical decision-making. Many hospitals offer structured residency or orientation programs, mentorship from experienced nurses, and ongoing training to help bridge the gap between school and independent practice. Supportive team environments and regular feedback sessions are also common, helping new nurses develop critical thinking skills and adapt to the demands of patient care. These resources are designed to ease the transition, reduce stress, and cultivate professional growth in your early nursing career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the New Grad Rn position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a New Grad RN, you need a nursing degree, active RN licensure, and basic clinical skills in patient care and assessment. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and standard hospital equipment is typically required. Strong teamwork, eagerness to learn, effective communication, and resilience help new graduates transition smoothly into professional practice. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring patient safety, adapting to fast-paced settings, and laying the foundation for a successful nursing career.

How to Get a Job as a New Grad RN

Some hospitals and facilities run programs designed specifically for the recent graduate. The new grad RN program may require you to have earned a specific GPA and mandate that you graduated from the program within the past year. To apply, you need to be on track to complete your bachelor’s degree and earn your license. Each program specifies the dates by which you need both to enter the program if accepted. However, you can also apply for any available RN position with the same qualifications, as it is not mandatory to complete a new grad RN program. To apply, you need proof of your license and a resume detailing your nursing history.

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A New Grad RN job is an entry-level nursing position designed for newly licensed registered nurses who have recently graduated from an accredited nursing program. These roles provide structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help new nurses transition into professional practice. Many hospitals and healthcare facilities offer New Grad RN residency programs to support skill development and confidence.

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Advanced Practice Provider - APRN or PA - Primary Care

Advanced Practice Provider - APRN or PA - Primary Care

Kettering Health

Washington Court House, OH

$104K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Kettering Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 182 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

296th of 867 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Physician Office l Washington Court House l Full-Time l First Shift


Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a provider of direct primary care health services who synthesizes and utilizes evidence-based practice, research, and current clinical knowledge.  Maintain independent clinic schedule of patients with possibility of empanelment. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and/or nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and complete documentation and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation. The APP works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team and in partnership with supervising/collaborating physician(s) with responsibilities that include:  history taking, clinical assessment, physical examination, order entry, clinical documentation, interpretation of diagnostic studies, clinical diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care for the given population.  The APP may have On Call duties and/or weekend responsibilities as assigned by practice/department.

 

Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

  • Physician and APP completed Quality Assurance chart reviews (25 charts for new grad, 10 charts for an established provider) (Must be kept at practice location).
  • Evaluates signs and symptoms, including age-appropriate changes, noting pertinent positives and negatives (patient care).
  • Assesses the complex acute, critical, and chronically ill-patient and obtains relevant comprehensive and problem-focused health histories, prioritizing data collection and using collateral sources as necessary (medical knowledge and patient care).
  • Demonstrates the ability to develop and reformulate as necessary, differential diagnoses by priority, identifies the presence of co-morbidities, and uses diagnostic strategies and technical skills to monitor and sustain physiological function and ensure patient safety.
  • Participates in daily team transition huddles to facilitate effective coordinated patient care.
  • Utilizes evidence-based practice, along with prescribing appropriate pharmacologic (includes medication reconciliation) and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities; implements treatment and referral orders; interprets and evaluates appropriate lab and diagnostic testing and reports to collaborating physician(s) and health care team members.
  • Monitoring and ensuring the Quality of the Healthcare Practice - skill of ensuring quality of care through consultation, collaboration, continuing education, certification, and evaluation.
  • The skill of improving one's own practice as well as engaging in interdisciplinary peer and colleague review.
  • Adapts teaching and learning approaches based on physiological and psychological changes, age, developmental stage, cognitive status, readiness to learn, health literacy, the environment, and available resources (professionalism).
  • Participates professionally and works collaboratively to identify processes, principles to meet quality core metrics and documentation standards and expectations (system based).

Minimum Education:

  • APRN: Master’s degree with an Advanced Practice Nursing Focus and National Board Certification required
  • PA:  Master’s degree required with the appropriate National Certification

Required Certifications:

  • APRN - National Board Certification as a CNP, CNS, CNM, or CRNA  (APRN certification to match scope of practice)
  • PA- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Required Licenses:

  • Current Ohio Board of Nursing license for APRN
  • Current Ohio License 50RX – License to practice as a physician assistant with prescriptive authority

Required skills include but are not limited to the following:

  • Ability to communicate and relate well with staff, provider(s), and the public.
  • Must have awareness of patient confidentiality and be able to follow directions well from physician and work autonomously with little direction.
  • Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and critical analysis skills.
  • Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work under stress.
  • Maintains competencies and skills of specialty area of practice.
  • Demonstrates assessment skills, diagnosis with critical thinking and implementation of a plan of care.
  • Professional Role- skill includes clinical reasoning and builds collaborative intra and interprofessional relationships to provide optimal care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic illness. Skill of advocating on the behalf of the patient population and the profession through active participation in the health policy process.

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.


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