Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care plans for assigned patients based on their individual needs and requirements.

• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies accurately and in a timely manner as ordered by physicians.

• Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition, reporting any significant changes to the appropriate medical staff.

• Provide compassionate and patient-centered care, ensuring comfort, dignity and emotional support.

• Educate patients and their families regarding their conditions, medications, and post-discharge care instructions.

• Accurately document all nursing interventions, patient responses, and relevant information in electronic medical records.

• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Participate in continuing education and training programs to maintain and enhance nursing knowledge and skills.

• Preoperative Care: Assess patients before surgery, review medical histories, and prepare them for the procedure, ensuring they understand the process.

• Intraoperative Support: Assist the surgical team during procedures by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring a sterile environment.

• Postoperative Care: Monitor patients in the recovery room, provide post-anesthesia care, and manage pain and discomfort.

• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on postoperative care instructions and recovery expectations.

• Medication Management: Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed and maintain accurate documentation.

• Infection Control: Strictly adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.

• Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and support staff to ensure the smooth flow of surgical procedures.

• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to any medical emergencies that may arise during surgery or recovery.

• Quality Assurance: Contribute to maintaining high standards of care and patient safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

• Minimum of 1 year of recent nursing experience, preferably in an acute care setting.

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, and techniques.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound clinical decisions.

• Proficiency in using electronic medical record systems and other healthcare technology.

• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.

• Prior experience in a surgical center, operating room, or critical care setting is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging healthcare environment. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

This is for a Part-Time Certified Surgical Tech position.

To perform this position successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty: this is not all-inclusive list. 

1. Assist in the patient care reflecting the needs of the patients, families and the facility.

2. Give care reflecting the flexibility in rules and regulations, as indicated by the patients' needs.

3. Performance reflects knowledge in all areas of care specific to

outpatient/ambulatory care, equipment safety, cleaning, maintenance, and

procedures.

4. Utilize personal initiative, maintain a steady level of productivity, must be a self-starter and a compatible and supportive team player.

5. Communicate appropriately and clearly to the Center Director and Director of Nursing.

Clinically

1. Assisting the physician during the procedure he/she must maintain a/be able to

    a. Working knowledge of scopes, maintenance, and care.

    b. Assist in the performance of surgical procedures, and biopsy.

    c. Label specimens correctly.

    d. Assist in transport of patient to recovery if needed.

2. Communicate patient information to the recovery RN.

3. Prepare room, anticipate and check all equipment needs prior to procedure.

4. Treat family and patients with respect and dignity.

5. Carry out medical and procedural aseptic techniques and universal precautions.

6. Meet current documentation standards and policies and complete them during each workday.

7. Assist in the positioning of the patient.

8. Report changes in the patient condition or reports of pain appropriately to RN or physician

9. Assist in Code situation.

10. Maintain safe environment for patient, coworkers and self.

11. Assist in the par levels and need for supplies by tracking and reporting to the Surgical Coordinator/Materials Manager

12. Contact Reps for implants and supplies needed for surgery.

13. Maintain logs needed in the cleaning area for chemicals and equipment use.

14. Perform other jobs as assigned.

Professionally

1. Adhere to the dress code; appearance is neat and clean.

2. Complete annual educational requirements.

3. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

4. Report to work on time, and as scheduled with flexibility to the schedule.

5. Attend staff meetings, annual review, and in-services as scheduled.

6. Represent the organization in a positive manner.

7. Actively participate in Quality Management as directed.

8. Comply with ALL policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited surgical technician program.

Experience: 3 plus years' experience in Hospital or Ambulatory setting.

Certification: From a technical school recognized by the State 

Special Training: must have had or willing to have training in management and administration. Must have training or self-paced instruction in information management, and be able to utilize computers and various software programs such as: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint