Jobs search

JOB DETAILS

Certified OR Scrub Tech or LVN (PRN)

Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center • Per Diem • Sherman, TX, US • 1m ago

JOB SUMMARY: This position requires CST certification or LVN license. The OR Scrub Tech is directly accountable to the OR Charge Nurse and Director of Surgical Services and indirectly to the House Supervisor and the CNO/ Administrator. The OR Scrub Tech is responsible as the scrub assistant to the physician during surgical procedures. The OR Scrub Tech hands sterilized instruments, scopes and/or supplies to the physician during the procedure without unnecessary delay. Assist co-workers in the provision of continuous, quality patient care for adolescents, adults and older adults. Is responsible for adhering to regulations, standards, hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities. Acts as a resource person for other personnel as appropriate.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Must be Certified Surgical Tech or be grandfathered based on years of experience.
3. Current BLS certificate upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Immediately informs physician, OR charge nurse and/or department director if supplies, instruments or equipment are not available or are not in good working order. Prepares surgical suite for procedure in a timely manner.
2. Hands and supports instruments and supplies to physician appropriately and in a timely manner anticipating needs.
3. Assures room has been cleaned from previous use.
4. Arranges equipment, supplies and instrumentation as appropriate for procedure and to maintain aseptic/sterile technique.
5. Monitors all instrumentation and equipment during use (e.g., electro-cautery instruments, light sources, etc.) for placement, settings and functioning paying attention to any and all audible alarms.
6. Is in compliance with information contained in the Infection Manual (i.e. OSHA blood borne pathogen standards, CDC Guidelines) and demonstrates appropriate use of personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, gown, masks, and goggles) and hand hygiene techniques.
7. Demonstrates containment of contamination during and after procedure, appropriate disposal of sharps, separation of regular trash and contaminated trash. and appropriate handling of contaminated instruments (e.g., suctioning scopes, soaking in solution, covered and marked during transport etc.
8. Attends and maintains mandatory training in safe patient handling, trained in safe lifting techniques, includes but not limited to:
1) Appropriate use of lifting devices and equipment.
2) Five areas of body exposure: vertical, lateral, bariatric repositioning and ambulation.
3) Use of lifting devices to handle patients safely.
9. Avoids and prevents injury to self and patients by applying the principles of body mechanics. Maintains a safe environment, functioning with an awareness and application of safety issues within the unit/facility.
10. Communicates pertinent information to physician, co-workers (i.e., pictures printed, instruments needing repair or replacement etc.).
11. Consistently and appropriately performs universal protocol “time out” according to facility policy and uses two different patient identifiers before the transporting of the patient when needed.
12. Maintains current knowledge of advances in job-related technology and activities.
13. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Related Jobs

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) -ACUTE PEDIATRIC - NIGHTS

Texoma Medical Center • Part-time • DENISON, Texas, United States • 4d ago

RN Pediatric

Responsibilities This is a RN Full time position on the Pediatric unit on Night shift. Provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Prov... more

4d ago

VIEW JOB

RN/LVN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Children's Home Healthcare • Full-time • Knollwood, TX • $20 - $35 / hour • 1w ago

LVN Home Health Pediatric

*THIS JOB REQUIRES AN RN/LVN LICENSE, NON-LICENSED INDIVIDUALS WILL BE REJECTED* $1500-$2000 SIGN ON BONUS* At Children's Home Healthcare, we specialize in pediatric home healthcare for medically-complex children... more

1w ago

VIEW JOB

HH Registered Nurse - PRN

Amedisys, Inc. • Per Diem • Sherman, Texas, United States • 1w ago

RN Home Health

Overview PRN Are you a highly skilled and compassionate registered nurse (RN) looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most... more

1w ago

VIEW JOB

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - ACUTE PHYSICAL REHABILITATION - DAYS

Texoma Medical Center • Full-time • DENISON, Texas, United States • 1w ago

Responsibilities PRN position at Reba Rehab, our Acute Physical Rehab hospital. Working 2 shifts each week is required. The RN has multiple roles and functions including care-giver, decision maker,... more

1w ago

VIEW JOB

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - OB / GYN NURSING - DAYS

Texoma Medical Center • Full-time • DENISON, Texas, United States • 1w ago

RN OB/GYN

Responsibilities Full time position in OB/GYN on day shift. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay and benefits, and career growth. Provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance w... more

1w ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse, Hemodialysis - FT

Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center • Full-time • Sherman, TX, US • 1w ago

Job Summary: The Registered Nurse for the Dialysis Unit is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating patient care. The RN coordinates, delegates, and provides direct nursing care for patients b... more

1w ago

VIEW JOB

Caregiver

Right at Home Sherman • Full-time • Sherman, TX, US • $16 / hour • 2w ago

Caregiver

Pay and Benefits: We believe that our caregivers are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t build meaningful relationships with our clients, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day. I... more

2w ago

VIEW JOB

RN/LVN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Children's Home Healthcare • Full-time • Pottsboro, TX • $20 - $35 / hour • 2w ago

LVN Home Health Pediatric

*THIS JOB REQUIRES AN RN/LVN LICENSE, NON-LICENSED INDIVIDUALS WILL BE REJECTED* Sign-on Bonus up to $1500* *Sign-on bonus is case specific and offered based on hours worked, speak to your recruiter for more informa... more

2w ago

VIEW JOB

REGISTERED NURSE (RN)- PULMONARY CARE- NIGHTS

Texoma Medical Center • Full-time • DENISON, Texas, United States • 2w ago

Responsibilities This opportunity is full-time. It offers full benefits, flexible scheduling, and endless career growth opportunities at TMC. Provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordan... more

2w ago

VIEW JOB

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LPN/LVN) - HOME HEALTH - BONHAM, TX - PRN

UHS • Per Diem • DENISON, Texas, United States • 2w ago

LVN Home Health

Responsibilities This position is in the Home Health Division of Texoma Medical Center. This position will see patients in Fannin County and is based in Bonham, TX. Employees are eligible for competitive base... more

2w ago

VIEW JOB