LPN Scrub Nurse

Title: LPN scrub nurse/ Certified Surgical Technician

Reports to: Operating room manager/Clinical Manager/ Administrator

Location - onsite

Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm.

Who we are:

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most - patient care. Rooted in the 100-plus-year legacy of its founding partners, the network spans the Northeast and is continuing to grow.

We at the Surgery Center at Orthopedic Associates of Dutchess County are an Ambulatory Surgical Center specializing in Orthopedics.

What you'll do:

Assist the Registered Professional Nurse in planning for and carrying out the activities in elective surgical procedures and emergency procedures if and when an emergency situation occurs. No call, no weekends.

Responsibilities/Duties:

1.Scrub on all types of surgical procedures as assigned.

2.Assist in setting up operating room for surgical procedures with emphasis on safely utilizing appropriate equipment.

3.Handle sterile linen, instruments, supplies, and maintain sterile technique during the operative procedure.

4.Assist in keeping accurate sponge and needle counts, operative sheet chargeable items, and specimens.

5.Clean and restock operating room after the procedure.

6.Assemble special trays, instruments, etc. and packing and wrapping for processing.

7.Complete special assignments as indicated.

8.Assume responsibility for personal growth and development by participating in continuing education programs.

9.Assist with orientation and incidental teaching of new personnel.

10. Any additional duties within your scope of practice that may be assigned to you by your supervisor.

11. Adhere to SCOA policies and procedures.

Occupational Hazards:

Frequent exposure to infectious waste and blood-borne pathogens. Occasional moderate to heavy lifting.

Standing for long periods of time.

Qualifications

Who you are:

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High school education or equivalent.

• procedural experience preferred but not mandatory - will train.

Certification and other documents Required:

• Successful completion of AST Certification examination or Current LPN licensure.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Personal Qualifications:

• Excellent physical and mental health. Personality traits which enhance working within a team concept.

What we offer:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• Dynamic environment

• Access to a diverse network of practitioners

• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience

• Competitive Compensation

• Generous PTO

• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as "protected characteristics").

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