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Overview

Heart. Soul. Expertise. That’s what defines an Emory Nursing Support professional. No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives. We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet®- recognized hospitals: Emory University Orthopedics & Spine Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

We’re looking for passionate nursing support professionals who are ready to join a team that’s redefining quality nursing care. As integral members of high-functioning, inter-professional teams, Emory Healthcare is on the frontline of care in our hospitals and operate with a full complement of specialties and the ability to care for medically complex patients.

We’ve got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

Are YOU ready to join us?

Description

FT, 2:30p-11p, Operating Room

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Delegates assignments and adjusts work flow to meet the most important needs to maintain efficiency and timely services.

• Assists in training staff and communicating departmental policies and procedures.

• Assist with establishing on-call and holiday schedule coverage.

• Provides input on employee performance in job conferences.

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Manager.

• Performs duties involved with: cleaning, disinfection and trash removal, adherence to safety, security, and health guidelines, transporting patients, providing customer service by greeting and acknowledging patients, family members and staff.

• Prepares operating room for administration of anesthesia; sets up stocks and maintains specialty carts.

• Maintains equipment and related supplies in aseptic condition.

• Maintains stocks of supplies, drugs, and linens as needed before, during, and after surgeries. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred).

• Minimum three years of experience as a Perioperative Tech or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division St. Joseph's Hospital

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30342

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department SJH Operating Room

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 116670

Job Category Clinical & Nursing Support

Schedule 2:30p-11p

Standard Hours 40 Hours

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