Job Description

Cleveland Clinic's internationally renowned Cole Eye Institute is entering an exciting new chapter with the opening of the 150,000-square-foot Jeffrey and Patricia Cole Building, featuring eight modern operating rooms, advanced imaging capabilities and dedicated research space. As an OR nurse in this state-of-the-art center for ophthalmic surgery, you'll support a wide spectrum of procedures--from cosmetic and reconstructive oculofacial surgeries to complex cataract, corneal and transplant operations. You'll be part of a team performing thousands of life-changing surgeries each year, playing a vital role in redefining what's possible in eye care and helping patients preserve and restore their sight with extraordinary skill, innovation and compassion.


The Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) at Main Campus Cole Eye offers advanced outpatient surgery, allowing patients to return home soon after their procedures without the need for overnight stays. As an RN, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional care, from initial introduction to final send-off. In this role, you will interact directly with patients, families and visitors, offering the opportunity to enhance their experience and provide healthcare education as needed. Additionally, the Cleveland Clinic system provides nurses with many professional development resources, including furthering education and online/in-person courses to enhance your skills.

This is a full-time position. A caregiver in this role will work 40 hours per week and will rotate for weekend and after-hours.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:


Provide clinical nursing in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). Assess patient care needs, plan the delivery of care and process patients through the ASC. Direct other caregivers in providing patient care. Assume charge responsibilities, resolve problems and report variances. Develop educational materials and provide health education to patients and families. Maintain nursing competencies. Participate in preparing staff development programs. Identify self-learning needs, establish goals and evaluate attainment of goals. Demonstrate respect for the cultural and social differences that exist among people. Maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients, families and caregivers. Demonstrate a positive, concerned and sensitive response in the workplace and contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:


Graduate of an approved school of nursing Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) One year of clinical experience as an RN in a perioperative or critical care setting OR three years as a Surgical Technician Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within six months of hire Current demonstrated clinical proficiency

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Bachelor of science in nursing (BSN)

Physical Requirements:

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. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $31.50


Maximum hourly: $49.90


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.).