About the role
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Job Title
RN – Pediatric Dialysis
Location
Cleveland
Facility
Childrens Hospital Rehabilitation
Department
Pediatric Dialysis Unit-Children's Institute
Job Code
F00189
Shift
Days
Schedule
6:00am-6:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
Join Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, 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.
The Judith M. Power Pediatric Dialysis Unit meets the unique medical, emotional and social needs of children and their families. It is the only dedicated pediatric dialysis unit in Northeastern Ohio affiliated with a full-service transplant center. The unit is staffed by specialists in nephrology and urology, nurses with experience in the care of children with renal disease, and pediatric social workers familiar with the problems these patients and their families face. The unit provides comprehensive care for children and adolescents undergoing hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis.
A caregiver in this position works rotating 12-hour shifts 3 days per week from 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. or 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. with on-call requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Provide all aspects of nursing care before, during and after hemodialysis treatment.
- Perform ongoing monitoring, evaluation and documentation of patient status.
- Recognize and respond accordingly to adverse events.
- Assist in the Pediatric Peritoneal Dialysis Clinic.
- Review, interpret and notify physician of lab results.
- Establish a care plan in collaboration with the patient, family and health care team.
- Monitor RO and water quality.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Graduate of approved school of nursing
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Or the American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) OR the American Red Cross within first year of hire
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Dialysis or Pediatric experience
Physical Requirements:
- Full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
- Requires some exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids.
- Light Work - Exerting 10 to 25 pounds of force occasionally.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
Aplyr's read
Cleveland Clinic stands as a leader in healthcare, merging cutting-edge research with patient-focused care, attracting professionals dedicated to medical excellence and innovation.
What's promising
- •Cleveland Clinic consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the U.S. for patient care.
- •The organization invests heavily in research, fostering a culture of innovation.
- •Employees benefit from working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
What to watch
- •The high-pressure environment may lead to burnout among staff.
- •Nonprofit status can limit salary growth compared to private sector healthcare.
- •Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.
Why Cleveland Clinic
- •Cleveland Clinic's patient-centered model prioritizes comprehensive, individualized care.
- •The integration of clinical care with research and education is a hallmark.
- •Its global reach includes facilities in the U.S., Canada, and the UAE.
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About Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. It is known for its patient-centered approach and high-quality healthcare services.
