Cleveland Clinic - Garfield Heights, OH
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Garfield Heights, OH
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist position at Marymount Hospital involves joining a dynamic surgical team to provide advanced medical care across various surgical specialties. The role includes surgical assisting, patient evaluations, and collaboration with physicians to ensure high-quality patient care. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and the position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough medical histories and perform complete physical examinations.
- Initiate appropriate lab, radiology tests, or other special tests required for evaluation of illness.
- Perform routine procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care.
- Assist surgeons in conducting operations and perform evaluation and therapeutic procedures in life-threatening situations.
- Prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by prescriptive authority.
- Perform specialized procedures including bone marrow aspirations, biopsies, and spinal taps.
- Educate patients regarding their disease, treatments, and preventive health maintenance topics.
- Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate with healthcare team members.
- Refer patients to specialists as appropriate for consultation or specialized health resources.
- Ensure continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patients and the multi-disciplinary care team.
- Participate in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes.
- May serve as clinical preceptor for PA/APRN students and other health professionals.
Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist in applicable state(s).
- National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on work setting.
- Graduate of an accredited APRN or PA program.
Nice-to-haves
- Related clinical experience preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Continuing education support
