Surgical Aide - Surgery - Full Time

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

The surgical aide provides care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, surgical patients under the supervision of the registered nurse. As a member of the surgical team, helps to provide a safe and secure environment for patients and staff. The surgical nurse aide assists in the implementation of the AORN Standards of Care, Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa and Operating Room Policies and Procedures.

Hourly Pay Range: $12.66 - $17.50

Hours: Flexible hours. Typically, 6:30 a.m.

• 3:00 p.m. Includes some on-cal hours on weekends and holidays.

JOB SUMMARY

Th surgical aide provides care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, surgical patients under the supervision of the registered nurse. As a member of the surgical team, helps to provide a safe and secure environment for patients and staff. The surgical aide assists in the implementation of the AORN Standards of Care, Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa and Operating Room Policies and Procedures, including cleaning of operating rooms, positioning of patients, transportation of patients and replenishment of supplies.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education: High school diploma required. Must provide proof of Basic Life Support training (can be trained on-site for BLS).

Encouraged, but not required:

• Successful completion of formal Nurse Aid course/training verified through transcript or original program certificate of completion, required.

• OR-

• Currently enrolled in a Scrub Technologist program or currently enrolled in an A.D.N., B.S.N., program with successful completion of first semester of A.D.N. program, OR first year completion of nursing courses in BSN OR graduate of an A.D.N., Diploma, BSN or LPN program.

Experience Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes Ability to work flexible hours. Must have basic computer skills.

Ability to meet departmental "on call" requirements. Demonstrates ability to understand and follow directions. Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 30 days of hire and maintains current status.

Mercy offers:

• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

• Benefit Package (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

• Educational assistance

• Success Sharing - a bonus when the organization meets its goals

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.

EEO Employer F/M/Veteran/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), VEVRAA, and Section 503, should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Mercy Medical Center

• North Iowa/New Hampton/Mercy Family Clinics, please call Human Resources at (641) 428-7287 or email us at mc01hrrecruitment@mercyhealth.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.