RN Ambulatory - Hematology/Oncology Infusion
About the role
Equipped with the latest technologies, Cleveland Clinic's Richard E. Jacobs Health Center provides world‑class care to residents in and around Avon, Ohio. The facility includes an outpatient surgery center, an infusion suite for chemotherapy, a full‑scale imaging center, two pools for aquatic therapy, and more. The Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology comprises physicians, nurses, researchers, Advanced Practice Providers (APP) and other professionals who diagnose and treat cancers and blood disorders. As an RN on this team you will interact directly with patients, families, and visitors, enhancing their experience and providing healthcare information as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care in an ambulatory setting.
- Assess health status, complete nursing assessments, perform telephone triage, and establish care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments.
- Initiate CPR and other emergency measures.
- Notify the physician and/or Licensed Independent Provider (LIP) of abnormal findings.
- Assist with specialized diagnostic procedures, therapeutic procedures, and specialized patient‑care equipment.
- Develop, evaluate, adapt, and document health education for patients and families.
- Cover other nursing roles within the department as needed.
- Travel within the region to support physician clinics and surgical procedures.
Minimum qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- One year of recent experience as an RN OR LPN, Medical Assistant, or other unlicensed clinical healthcare experience if the applicant is a current Cleveland Clinic caregiver transferring into an RN role within the same ambulatory setting or specialty area.
- Cancer‑specific certification or demonstrated ongoing qualifying education.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Physical requirements
- Full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination.
- Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
- Potential exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
- Light work: occasional exertion of up to 20 lb, frequent exertion of up to 10 lb, or negligible force most of the time; may involve walking, standing, or pushing/pulling controls.
- Use of personal protective equipment in accordance with Standard Precautions as required for procedures.
Schedule
Regular shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Saturday rotation: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm approximately every 5–6 weeks.
Pay
Minimum hourly: $33.50; Maximum hourly: $53.40. This range reflects anticipated new‑hire compensation and does not include shift differentials, overtime, or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package.