Surgical Attendant - Duke University Hospital

Duke University • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Requirements

• Basic mechanical knowledge for assembly of equipment and the ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of sterile technique.
• Physical abilities to complete job duties which include heavy lifting, prolonged sitting, standing, and walking, ability to push, pull climb, stoop/kneel, reach overhead and rotate trunk for prolonged periods.
• Current BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant (NAI) with the North Carolina Division of Facilities Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of property.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient location and identification.
• Transfer and/or assist patients during transport, following departmental safety guidelines.
• Communicate with patients and respond to patient needs promptly, satisfy needs or refer their requests to appropriate personnel.
• Keep charge nurse informed of room status and attendant availability.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff as requested by nurse manager or designee.
• Provide emergency assistance as required and/or directed by surgeon and/or nursing personnel.
• Transport specimen, equipment, etc. to appropriate area in safe and efficient manner.
• Deliver patient care appropriate to the age of the patients served according to the plan of care developed by the RN.
• Prepare the unit for cases/procedures utilizing functional equipment and supplies.
• Assist with positioning the patient and follow accepted procedures for preparation of patients for surgical procedures.
• Assist with wraps, casts, and dressings.
• Route non-functional equipment to proper maintenance department for repair.
• Assist in minor maintenance functions (i.e. replace light bulbs in power sources and surgical lights).
• Set up and troubleshoot all equipment in service line and 85% of all equipment in other services.
• Accurately and safely use all patient positioning devices and tables.
• Clean equipment, tables and floor as required with proper cleaning solution.
• Collect, bag and remove soiled linen and trash properly.
• Replace suction liners, trash bags and other supplies as needed.
• Return cleaned equipment to appropriate area after the case.
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of supplies at scrub sink and sub rooms as appropriate.
• Maintain orderly work environment by keeping operating rooms, storage areas, hallways and all units clean, tidy and hazard free.
• Obtain and maintain unit supplies and equipment.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed