The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

The Operating Room consists of 47 suites providing care related to cardiovascular, eyes/ENT, genitourinary, general surgery, gynecology, kidney transplants, neurosurgery, orthopedics, robotic, and plastic surgery. The OR suites contain state-of-the art equipment and new technology. RNs in the OR must be motivated and able to adapt well to a fast-paced, changing environment.