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SummaryThe Operating Room Assistant is a member of the operative nursing team who contributes to the comfort and well-being of the patients by performing specifically assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
- * Provides skilled, safe, quality patient care within scope of practice.
- Transports specimens according to policies and guidelines.
- Performs daily cleaning in assigned areas according to established policies, procedures, and schedules.
- Obtains blood and blood products from the Blood Bank per policy.
- Identifies and transports patients within, from and to the operating rooms per policy.
- Assists in transporting case carts to decontamination area.
- Monitors fluid and warmer temperatures per protocol and keeps warmers stocked.
- Applies knowledge of proper positioning of patients and prepping techniques to assist surgical teammates as needed.
- Maintains appropriate inventory of medical gas cylinders and is knowledgeable in the care and handling of cylinders.
- Follows established policy and procedures for transporting patient to the morgue.
- Prepares for surgical cases based on patient needs. Is knowledgeable of equipment functions and role in surgical procedures. Transports and cleans specialized equipment.
- Is flexible and available to work a variety of shifts to ensure coverage for the area.
- Responds appropriately to emergency and code situations. Remains calm and works effectively in stressful situations.
- Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
- Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, exhibits high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems.
- Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Ensures the delivery of age appropriate, culturally sensitive and ethical care for patients.
- Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.
- Contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness, quality and safety of the operating room by working cooperatively, respectfully and with integrity.
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Other InformationEducation
- Completion of state approved Level I or II Nurse Aide training and competency evaluation program or its equivalent.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Licensure/ Certification
- Current listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I (or II) registry.
- Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support.
ExperienceAt least one year in a health care setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- * Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with teammates, supervisors, administration, providers and the general public.
- Ability to manage many priority activities simultaneously.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Able to stand, walk and meet the physical demands of the position for the duration of shift.
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic proficiency with computers.
Valid NC Driver’s License: No
If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.
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Job DetailsLegal Employer: Wayne Health
Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Operating Room
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: WAYNE MED
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
