Certified Nursing Assistant - Operating Room - PRN

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center•Cheyenne, WY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working under the direct supervision of the Director of Surgical Services or designee. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will perform various tasks including transporting patients, preparing and cleaning operating rooms, and transporting equipment and supplies. The CNA will assist the Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) in patient care and share responsibility for the fiscal management of supplies. Maintaining sterile technique is paramount. The position requires working under the direction of an RN.

Requirements

Current Wyoming Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license from the Wyoming State Board of Nursing
14 Days: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start date
6 Months: Completion of OR competency-based training within six (6) months of start date

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology
Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail
Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team
Advocates for patient safety
Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations

Responsibilities

Transports patients to and from surgery after checking the chart for appropriate documentation.
Assists the OR RN with patient care within a specific OR suite, including patient transfers, positioning, prepping, opening sterile supplies, applying monitor leads, and transporting equipment.
Maintains strict aseptic technique.
Cleans the room during turnovers and performs terminal cleaning at the end of the day.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety standards.
Handles equipment, instruments, and supplies to prevent damage or loss.
Completes mandatory education and contact education requirements including 12 CEUs per year.