Rn Registered Nurse

RN Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular CVOR Operating Room Surgical Services (Surgery) SPECIFIC ELEMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Functions primarily as instrument handler on all types of surgical procedures involving and requiring conformance with specific sterile and aseptic techniques and procedures. Secures, sets up and otherwise prepares the Operating Room equipment, instruments and supplies. Arranges instruments, tables, stands and other articles in specified order. Adjusts equipment within the Operating Room to meet the needs of the surgeon and operative requirements. Functions as first assistant to the surgeon by handling tissue, using instruments to provide wound exposure and hemostasis, suction, sponge and bovie when needed, cutting tissue and tying suture as directed by surgeon, which may include closure of surgical wound. Anticipates and supplies surgeon's needs for instruments, supplies and equipment in such a way that the surgeon need not divert his/her attention from the operative field. Identifies emergency situations and responds in a calm and efficient manner. Recognizes surgical complications and anticipates corrective measures, assuring expeditious treatment. To qualify you must have: 2 years of CVOR Surgical Tech experience. Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) American Heart Association Basic Life Support EHR-EPIC Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency. High School diploma or equivalent education GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)