GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines. Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT:
It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to abide by and promote the mission and core values of the Spirit of Mercy.
CORPORATE POLICY STATEMENT:
It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to comply with Mercy’s mission, values, standards of conduct, policies, procedures and related practices.
HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE: Security Access: High “Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the Mercy Medical Center Security Policies as it applies to their job role.”
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction.
· Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members.
· Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment.
· Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis.
· Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families.
· Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
· Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
· Participates in orientation and training of new personnel.
· Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material.
· Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information.
· Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.
· Attends department meetings and inservices.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
· Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
· Operating Room experience preferred.
· Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association.
· Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
· Ability to read, write and speak English language.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.