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Cleveland Clinic RN Medical/Surgical Acute Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery 7a-7p in Akron, Ohio
ONA Bidding Period: 4/11/24 - 4/15/24
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations. We strive for patient-centered care and comfort, and we are committed to serving the community and treating our patients as family.
Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Medical-Surgical Acute Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery team is looking to add a Registered Nurse (RN) to their dedicated team of caregivers. With a focus on healing and surgery, caregivers in this unit provide comprehensive care and caring services for adults with medical and surgical diagnoses. As an RN, you will participate in a year-long residency program, customized to fit you, your needs, and your pace, where you will:
Provide direct nursing care.
Monitor and document patient's condition effectively.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
Assess and coordinate patient's discharge plans.
Maintain professional growth and development.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
Has a minimum of one year of acute care RN experience in a hospital setting (National Certification is welcomed, but not required).
Works well in a supportive, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.
Is compassionate, adaptable, and works well in a close-knit team environment.
Is motivated to learn, has critical thinking skills, and has decisive judgement.
This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who are flexible and would like to advance their career growth opportunities within this teaching unit.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
ASSESSMENTS: Completes ongoing assessments.
Recognizes significant changes in patient condition and responds appropriately.
PLANNING: Develops measurable goals for identified problems.
Updates goals for identified problems.
Involves the patient/family (or designee) in developing a plan of care individualized to patient cultural, religious and educational needs.
Coordinates the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Serves as a patient advocate.
IMPLEMENTATION: Provides nursing care based on patient-centered outcomes and standards of care that are based on current research and evidence-based practice.
Safely administers patient care and treatments in accordance with the Standards of Safe Nursing Practice and institutional policy.
Safely administers medications in accordance with the Standards of Safe Nursing Practice and institutional policy
Documents legibly using concise terms, correct terminology and approved abbreviations.
EVALUATION: Participates in on-going interdisciplinary evaluation of patient/family outcomes and contributes to the improvement of care.
Participates in the quality improvement processes.
LEADERSHIP/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Delegates tasks/assignments to employees according to their ability and within the scope of their job descriptions and according to the Delegation by Licensed Nurses, Ohio Administrative Code.
Serves as a resource person sharing knowledge/skills.
Acts as a role model/mentor.
Recognizes and acknowledges peer accomplishments.
Accepts/gives constructive criticism.
Participates in the Peer and Self-Review process.
Pursues on-going education and/or certification in specialty.
Maintains membership in professional organizations.
Involves self in professional development opportunities including community activities.
Adheres to values/guest service standards and Guiding Principles.
Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.
Maintains applicable certification/licensure. Maintains BLS.
Follows ho spital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
Other duties as assigned
Education:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
Certifications:
- Currently licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Ohio.
Complexity of Work:
- Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
Work Experience:
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities