Clinical Assistant II - Neurology
About The Position
Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Indian River has been recognized as one of the top regional hospitals in South Florida. Indian River Hospital is in sunny Florida’s Treasure Coast where it is committed to providing optimal family-centric and community-focused care. At Indian River Hospital, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Neurology Department at Indian River Hospital is looking to add Clinical Assistant II - RN, to the team. A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM – 5:00PM.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Or the American Red Cross
- Minimum one year recent experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Current demonstrated clinical competence.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- History working with the neurological population
- Experience working in the Emergency Department
Responsibilities
- Assess health status by completing a nursing assessment.
- Performs telephone triage.
- Notifies physician/LIP of abnormal findings.
- Establishes a care plan in collaboration with the patient, family, and health care team.
- Collaborates with care coordinators to ensure smooth and effective transitions of care.
- Assists with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Assist with specialized patient care equipment as required by the clinical department and medical specialty assigned.
- Administers medications and treatments as ordered by physician/LIP and monitors patients for response.
- Initiates CPR and other emergency measures.
- Covers other nursing roles within the department
- Provides health education to patients and families.
- Develops, evaluates, adapts, and documents education to learning needs.
- Assists in preparation of the department specific education for patients and colleagues.
- Facilitates smooth operation of the ambulatory areas.
- Participates in quality initiatives, process improvements, and research activities to improve patient outcomes, patient experience, and patient safety.
- Maintains professional growth and development in the nursing field and identified annual core competencies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
