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POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: works under the supervision of the registered nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intra-operative period. Effectively interacts with patients and health care team members, while maintaining the surgical department standards. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. Must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may include the wearing of a respirator. Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment. This is a non-union position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides the skills necessary for ensuring timely interventions and treatments while maintaining patient comfort, safety and personal care while under the direction, leadership and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
2. Collects data and reports all pertinent nursing care information to the RN.
3. Maintains documentation standards with accurate, timely and complete recording and reporting.
4. Maintains asepsis as necessary.
5. Performs scrub duties and practices within the Scope of Practice.
6. Must take Call as assigned and participate in Emergency Call Schedule.
7. Carries out the plan of care as it relates to the patient's and family's emotional and educational needs, communicates with patient and family in a clear open and collaborative manner showing care and concern.
8. Observes confidentiality in the OR Suite.
9. Attends in-services pertinent to surgery.

FTE: 1.0, 5X8s

Education: Graduate of Accredited School or Military trained.
Experience: At least one year preferred.
Licenses/Certificates:

• Current BLS Certification
• Tech Surgery Certification through the National Center for Competency Testing [NCCT] required within one year of hire/ transfer.