LPN or CST- PSMC OR

Phoebe Putney Health System; Americus, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoebe Putney Health System in Georgia is seeking an LPN to assist in the operating room under supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician. You will pull cases per doctor preference cards, help maintain a sterile field, and support team readiness for scheduled procedures.

The role requires completion of a Practical Nursing program and BCLS, with RN licensure in Georgia preferred; 1+ year of practical nursing experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree in Practical Nursing required.
• 1+ years Practical Nursing experience preferred.
• RN license in the state of Georgia required.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.
• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field.
• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.
• Anticipate needs of surgeon.
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.
• Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.
• Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.
• Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.
• Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.
• Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.

Education

Practical Nursing Credential/Certificate

Georgia RN License

Job description

Job Summary

Provide technical services under supervision of Registered Nurse and Physician. Assist in operating room as assigned and directed. May work in Central Sterile Processing and work under job duties of Central Sterile Processing Technician. The LPN, Operating Room will perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Degree of an accredited school of Practical Nursing Required

Work Experience

• 1 or more years Practical Nursing experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Required

Essential Functions

• The LPN, Operating Room will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.


• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.


• Maintain and prepare sterile field.


• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.


• Anticipate needs of surgeon.


• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.


• Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.


• Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.


• Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.


• Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.


• Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.


• Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.


• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.


• Bases care decisions on plan of care.


• Monitors and documents patient response.


• Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.


• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.


• Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.


• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.


• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

Essential Functions

• The LPN, Operating Room will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.


• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.


• Maintain and prepare sterile field.


• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.


• Anticipate needs of surgeon.


• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.


• Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.


• Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.


• Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.


• Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.


• Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.


• Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.


• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.


• Bases care decisions on plan of care.


• Monitors and documents patient response.


• Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.


• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.


• Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.


• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.


• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.