About this role
The Surgical Scrub Nurse assists the surgical team during operating procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery. Delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, maintaining confidentiality and respect.
Duties include arranging sterile set up, passing sponges, instruments and sutures, adjusting lights, cleaning operating room, and maintaining accurate sponge, needle and instrument count. Assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse. Ensures all tasks support smooth surgical procedures.
Works as part of the care team to meet customer needs and support departmental objectives. Provides quality customer service and participates in performance improvement efforts. Reports to department leadership.
Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Position involves potential exposure to hospital hazards like infectious disease and blood-borne pathogens. Requires considerable standing, reaching, walking, lifting up to 60 lbs, and good hand/eye coordination.
Requirements
- High School degree or equivalent
- Ability to read, speak, and write English
- Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program
- New Jersey State license for LPN
- BLSHCP certification required upon hire or transfer
- Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; training provided within 30-60 days
- Specialty Experience Advanced Certification Required
- OR Preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist the surgical team during operating procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse
- Provide direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery
- Arrange sterile set up
- Pass sponges, instruments and sutures
- Adjust lights
- Clean operating room
- Maintain accurate sponge, needle and instrument count
- Assist with moving and positioning the patient as directed
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans with employer contributions
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement to support educational goals
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Wellness Programs to help you thrive
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