OT Staff Nurse

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of nursing care to patients under the supervision of the Unit Manager and Head of Nursing.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessment, preparation, and monitoring throughout the perioperative period.
• Assist Consultants, Surgeons, and Anaesthetists in the management of surgical patients.
• Monitor patients closely for any signs of improvement or deterioration and promptly escalate concerns.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of nursing care and patient records

Operating Theatre Responsibilities

• Assist in various surgical procedures across different specialties.
• Perform duties as a Scrub Nurse, Circulating Nurse, and General Anaesthesia (GA) Nurse according to operational requirements.
• Prepare the operating theatre, surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables prior to surgery.
• Ensure correct surgical counts for instruments, swabs, needles, and other items before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques and infection prevention practices throughout surgical procedures.
• Assist in patient positioning and ensure patient safety during surgery.
• Handle, label, and document specimens according to established protocols.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations within the operating theatre.

CSSD Responsibilities

• Perform Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) duties when assigned.
• Clean, inspect, pack, sterilise, and store surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Ensure sterilisation records and documentation are complete and accurate.
• Monitor sterilisation equipment and report any malfunction or maintenance requirements.

Ward and Operational Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operations and administration of the Operating Theatre and related clinical areas.
• Ensure adequate stock levels of surgical instruments, consumables, medications, and equipment.
• Participate in equipment maintenance checks and report defective equipment promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.

Quality, Safety and Compliance

• Comply with hospital policies, nursing standards, infection control guidelines, and patient safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement, clinical audit, and risk management activities.
• Report incidents, near misses, and adverse events according to hospital procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with PDPA and professional ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing recognised by the Ministry of Health Malaysia.
• Registered Nurse with a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Post Basic qualification in Perioperative Nursing is an added advantage.
• Minimum 1–2 years of Operating Theatre experience is preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS certification is an added advantage.