Labor and Delivery Certified Scrub Tech - Nights - PRN
Nashville General HospitalNashville, TN
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Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN
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This position is primarily responsible to perform “scrub” duties under the direction of a registered nurse and assist the physician during procedures as directed by the physician, assist in preparing for surgical procedures either routine or emergency, assisting in the maintenance of equipment and supplies, and other tasks assigned by supervisor. Applies knowledge of age related factors to patients ranging from neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
Demonstrates competency to perform proper specimen collection
Never discards any tissue sample unless the surgeon verifies this act
All specimens are handled according to policy/procedure.
Utilizes universal precautions when handling specimens
Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to maintain sterile technique
Scrubs, gowns, and gloves according to aseptic technique
Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures
Maintains aseptic environment and reports any breaks in technique to the Surgeon and/or Circulator
Takes proper measures to correct any break in technique
Competency to provide equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
Provides standard OR equipment available and in working order (such as cautery, suction, & positioning devices).
Refers to surgeon’s preference list to ensure the availability of supplies
Demonstrates knowledge of instruments needed for procedures
Demonstrates Active Interest In Increasing Clinical Understanding And Abilities
Accepts on-call duties as assigned
Assist with precepting/orientation of new employees
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform surgical scrub duties.
Reports to work at assigned time
Attends morning report
Prepares OR room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment.
Sets up, scrubs, and prepares for procedure at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled time, unless otherwise directed
Checks instruments/equipment prior to case for proper functioning
Checks indicators for proper sterilization
Participates in time-out process with the OR team to identify the correct operative site/patient
Assists with positioning/draping of patient for the procedure
Maintains an orderly back table for the purpose of efficiency
Demonstrates the ability to provide a safe environment and follow established safety measures
Takes necessary safety precautions regarding patients, positioning, medication, and equipment use
Correctly handles specimens and verifies labeling with the circulator
Follows policy/procedure for steam sterilization; knows responsibility in re: to air leak & biological testing
Performs diagnostic on Steris sterilizer prior to use
Follow policy/procedure for Steris sterilization
Reports breakage, loss or misuse of equipment to OR Support Coordinator and/or Manager
Demonstrates the ability to utilize proper instrument sterilization techniques.
Demonstrates ability to perform, interpret, and document sterilization parameter on steam sterilizers
Demonstrates the ability to perform, interpret and document Steris sterilization
Maintains accurate counts of supplies and instruments used during the case
Maintains accurate counts of sponges, needles, sharp and instruments
Audibly counts sponges, needles, sharps, & instruments with the circulating nurse at the appropriate times according to policy/procedure
Follows proper procedure in the event of incorrect counts by reporting discrepancies & correcting immediately
Correctly prepares instruments for cleaning in CS, uses enzymatic solution to cover dirty instruments
Education and Certification(s):
High School Diploma (Equivalent) or Higher
Successful Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program
Holds current certification as Certified Surgical Tech established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Employee must have valid BLS upon hire
CPI required within 90 days of hire
Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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