What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Ambulatory Surgery Center position at Cleveland Clinic?
Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) - Pain Management
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. You will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Our Pain Management Center offers a comprehensive range of services for patients with chronic pain. The combined expertise of a team of specialists offers some of the most advanced treatment options currently available. Our goal is to decrease pain and suffering, to return patients to their maximum level of functioning and independence and help restore their quality of life.
A caregiver in this position works 7:30am – 4:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Provide clinical nursing in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC).
Assess patient care needs, plan the delivery of care and process patients through the ASC.
Direct other caregivers in providing patient care.
Assume charge responsibilities, resolve problems and report variances.
Develop educational materials and provide health education to patients and families.
Maintain nursing competencies.
Participate in preparing staff development programs.
Identify self-learning needs, establish goals and evaluate attainment of goals.
Demonstrate respect for the cultural and social differences that exist among people.
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients, families and caregivers.
Demonstrate a positive, concerned and sensitive response in the workplace and contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
One year of clinical experience as an RN in a perioperative or critical care setting OR three years as a Surgical Technician.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or willing to obtain within six months of hire.
If caring for a pediatric population: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Current demonstrated clinical proficiency.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Bachelor of science in nursing (BSN).
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
- Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
