As a RN Trauma OR NIGHTS, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. Youll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing. This position may be eligible for a Sign-On Bonus Job Summary and Qualifications The Operating Room Technician demonstrates knowledge of surgical instruments and principals of sterile technique.
The Operating Room Technician anticipates the needs of the surgical suite within the scope of the position’s competencies with the use of critical thinking. The Operating Room Technician adheres to hospital policies and procedure, is supervised by the Registered Nurse, and collaborates with the surgical team to improve customer satisfaction. The Operating Room Technician is a supportive role and will be implemented, as the needs of the department require.
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Assembles supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Prepares sterile instrument table as well as gathering equipment after procedure for cleaning and sterilization. Accurately completes all sponge, sharp, and instrument counts and reports all discrepancies to the nurse or surgeon.
Positions patient accordingly to type of surgery. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Provides comfort and support pre-operative patients.
Transports patients to and from surgical suite. Assists the surgical team in surgical procedures which may include passing instruments, sponges, and sutures. Cleans and prepares room between procedures and after last case; restocks supplies when necessary and organizes effectively for end of case clean up.
Maintains a safe work area. Performs other duties as assigned. Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.” Specialty-Specific
Maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Properly handles specimens: Identifies specimen appropriately with the physician – maintains specimens during the procedure and checks with surgeon prior to passing off field. Obtains specific supplies, non-narcotic medications and equipment: Checks preference cards prior to case and makes arrangements to obtain special supplies.
What qualifications you will need: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent Operating Room Scrub Technician Certification (CST) Preferred Completion of an Accredited Surgical Scrub Technician Program or experience working as a scrub tech Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Minimum of one year of surgery experience preferred Skilled in all surgical service lines: General, Robotics, Ortho, Neuro, Vascular, Urology, Gynecology, and ENT 1 year minimum RN experience in the OR in Acute Care Setting HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. " Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation.
At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future." Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive HCA Healthcare HCA Florida Kendall Hospital is located in west Miami-Dade County. Our acute care facility has 417-beds.
Our services include trauma, burn, surgical, women’s and children’s services, behavioral health and diagnostic services. We have two full service free-standing ER facilities. HCA Florida Kendall Hospital has received the Distinguished Hospital Award for Overall Clinical Excellence from HealthGrades.
This national recognition places us in the top 5% of hospitals for overall clinical quality. We are a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center certified by the Florida Department of Health. We are verified as a Level I Adult Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons.
The hospital is certified by the Joint Commission as a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center. We are one of five American Burn Associations verified Burn Centers in the state. With six ACGME accredited Graduate Medical Education programs, we strive to be a leading community-based research hospital.
Join our team at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital and experience a dynamic career. One that rewards clinical professionals for their commitment, provides growth opportunities. We encourage you to enjoy a healthy lifestyle outside of work in a diverse and friendly community.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. Â If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our RN Trauma OR NIGHTS opening. We review all applications.
Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.