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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. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
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Cleveland Clinic’s General OR team is a dynamic surgical environment that includes GI, Colon, Oncology, Bariatric and Endocrine procedures. Surgeries range from 2 to 12 hours, including complex cases such as colon and intestinal procedures, transplants, Whipple surgeries and oncology interventions. Working in the OR offers a focused, structured approach to patient care, strong teamwork and clearly defined roles, with limited patient contact while patients are under anesthesia. As an integral member of the surgical team, you will assist fellow caregivers in delivering exceptional care from pre-op to recovery, interact with patients and families to enhance their experience and provide education as needed. Cleveland Clinic also offers extensive professional development resources, including continuing education and skill-building courses, to help you grow and advance in your nursing career.
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Whether you are an experienced RN or a new graduate, all nurses entering an OR specialty unit participate in a comprehensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into the surgical environment. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the surgical team to deliver exceptional patient care, from the initial introduction to the final send-off. Additionally, the Cleveland Clinic system provides nurses with many professional development resources, including furthering education and online/in-person courses to enhance your skills.
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A caregiver in this position will have their shifts assigned after orientation. Orientation is Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm and is 6 months long.
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A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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\n - Provide nursing care in an operative setting to patients undergoing surgical or invasive procedures.
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Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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\n - Graduate from an accredited school of Professional Nursing
\n - Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
\n - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
\n - One year of RN experience OR completion of Cleveland Clinic’s Perioperative Residency Program
\n - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) within six months of hire
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Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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\n - Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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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/
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Physical Requirements:
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\n - Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
\n - Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
\n - Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
\n - Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
\n - Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
\n - 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.
\n - Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
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Personal Protective Equipment:
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\n - Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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Pay Range
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Minimum hourly: $35.50
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Maximum hourly: $55.60
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The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
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RN - Surgery (General OR)