South Pointe Hospital

May 24, 2015

by Anonymous

Fast-paced work setting with an abundance of things to learn

A typical day at South Pointe Hospital starts by checking on to my assigned unit. Getting report from the previous coordinator about what is taking and is going to be taking place on the unit. Assessing my surroundings and making sure that I have a clear understanding on what is going on. Greeting patients, family memebers and visitors while they arrive on the unit. Answering the phone, admitting and discharinging, and serving as the direct link of communication. My job is to be the eyes and the ears of the unit. Always staying one step ahead so that the floor runs smoothly. My co-workers are a big help and we work as a team to fullfill the same goal and that's to satisfy the patient's needs. The most enjoyable part of my job is to see a person's smile and knowing that I played a part in placing in there. I was born to help others and it's what I love to do.

January 17, 2015

by Anonymous

Externing at the Dr.'s office was very educational.

Each day, I looked forward to meeting new patients and to assist them to the next step in quality healthcare. While on externship, learned how to run many different tests such as A1-C and glucose screenings, I took and recorded vital signs, and gained hands-on experience with Electronic health records. I also gained knowledge on running the front office such as, scheduling, reminders, filing, and scanning.

September 14, 2014

by Anonymous

Smaller, friendly hospital

Typical nurse assignmentsSmaller hospital so you get to know your co-workers, management and physicians easily

November 11, 2013

by Anonymous

Great hospital to work at, family-like atmosphere, everyone has the same goal to put Patient's First!

A typical 12 hour day starts with receiving report from the night shift. I quickly check lab results to note if there are any immediate concerns that need to be addressed. Then I meet my patients, and perform a head to toe assessment. By the time I am through with the assessments, it is time for the medication pass. Next I start my charting, and review orders. Ideally, this is how a morning runs smoothly, however, anyone who has worked in the medical field understands that this rarely happens. I deal with any problems, roadblocks and hurdles as they present themselves. Reassessments are done at noon and 4 p.m, with frequent checks on due medications and new orders. In the meantime, I take the opportunity to educate my patients every time I go into the room, whether it be on their medications, scheduled tests or procedures.The most important, and move improved skills that my seven years of nursing has taught me are time management skills, communication skills, and the ability to pay close attention to detail.There have been many changes in management since I started working for the hospital, both within my clinical units and with hospital administration. These changes are relatively stressful, but remembering to continue to do my job well, and according to policy, helps me avoid conflict. In addition, I always display a supportive attitude towards management, and keep an open mind to new ideas and changes within my unit or the hospital.My coworkers are very supportive. Switching from a cardiac unit to the ICU was truly nerve wrecking for me. But throughout my orientation process,more... the ICU staff was so supportive and made me comfortable asking questions or asking for help. In fact, the ICU team continues to be just as supportive today.The hardest part of the job is seeing people suffer physically and emotionally, especially those that come into the hospital for one reason, but during their stay, tests reveal a much more serious condition, for example cancer.The most enjoyable part of the job is playing an active role in the healing of a patient, and watching them recover step by step until they are well enough to go home, transfer to another unit, or go to a skilled nursing unit.less

October 29, 2013

by Anonymous

Enjoy working there

Enjoy working there. Cleveland Clinic. Good pay. Good benefits.