Perioperative Aide- Operating Room (Part-Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Nursing- Support (Clinical) role in Miami to assist perioperative patients under supervision of nursing leadership. The position covers room cleaning, equipment handling, patient assistance, and transportation within the operating rooms.

Ideal candidates will have a High School education (or higher), BLS certification, and healthcare experience. The role requires strong communication, patient focus, and the ability to handle confidential information

Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS certification required and active throughout employment.
• High School education preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is desirable.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and coworkers.
• Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures and equipment per Infection Control Policy.
• Return equipment to storage after use and ensure proper handling.
• Precept new employees and volunteers during orientation and document completion.
• Assist perioperative patients with care and respond to questions respectfully.
• Provide indirect patient care including lifting/positioning under nurse supervision.
• Transport laboratory products, supplies and pharmacy items to support productivity.
• Move patients as directed by the OR core desk and respond to OR requests promptly.
• Follow lab protocols for specimen handling and blood product standards.
• Anticipate patient comfort needs and provide items like blankets and pillows.
• Handle biohazardous waste and exchange containers per policy.
• Stock linens, supplies and containers; complete turnovers within standards.
• Use PPE correctly and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Body mechanics

Education

American Heart Association BLS Certification

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Provides support for perioperative patients under the direction and the supervision of the Administrative Director, Nurse Manager and Nurses.

Description

Job Summary

Provides support for perioperative patients under the direction and the supervision of the Administrative Director, Nurse Manager and Nurses.

Job Specific Duties

• Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures and equipment per the Infection Control Policy. Makes beds, removes soiled linen & trash and relines all waste and laundry containers.
• Responsible for cleaning and returning equipment to storage.
• Precepts new employees and volunteers during their introductory period. Confirms completion of pertinent documentation.
• Provides support & responds to questions for perioperative patients in a knowledgeable manner by demonstrating sensitivity to patient’s care & privacy. Utilizes standard points covered in scripting.
• Performs indirect patient care: assists with lifting and positioning of the patient or holding limbs as needed for procedure under the supervision of the Nurse.
• Performs messenger services including transportation of laboratory products, clinical supplies, and pharmacy items to achieve productivity results in an efficient manner.
• Transports patients as directed by the core desk. Responds to requests from Operating Room (OR) desk in a timely fashion.
• Follows Institutional Clinical Laboratory Protocols and Standards for Specimen Handling and blood products.
• Acts proactively to anticipate need for patient’s comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc.
• Seals and moves biohazardous waste and exchanges syringe boxes, per Biohazardous Waste Disposal Policy.
• Accountable to stock all linens, supplies, specimen containers, removes all biohazardous waste and completes all turnovers within departmental standards and timeframe.
• Demonstrates proper indication and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• American Heart Association BLS Must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High School education preferred
• Experience in a healthcare setting is desirable
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers using effective oral communication skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills with various patient populations
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations and respond to urgent requests
• Demonstrates use of proper body mechanics for lifting and positioning patients

Job

Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department

OPERATING ROOM-2100-760000

Job Status

Professional