POSITION: Nursing Assistant

DEPARTMENT: ASC

REPORTS TO: ASC Director

JOB SUMMARY: Trained technician who assists the practitioner and registered nurse in rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the center, in accordance with established procedures. Works under the direct supervision of the RN. Functions cooperatively with practitioners and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Workers supervised None.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escorts the patient into the surgical suite from the preoperative area

• Positions patient for the scheduled procedure

• Attaches appropriate monitors to patient for CRNA

• Positions microscope and pedals for the procedure

• Completes the patient card and the FDA implant card

• Assists in positioning floor lamp, laser, or other equipment when needed

• Enters in times, diagnosis, OR staff, and procedure in electronic surgical log. Records out time after procedure. Ensures accuracy of completed logs appropriately.

• Assists surgeon with after care (eye patch, shield, etc)

• Assist with transfer of patient to discharge area.

• Disclaimer- Fillmore Eye Clinic ASC reserves the right to change or modify the job description at any time or to assign duties other than those specifically listed in the section(s) describing essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate preferred.

• One or more years related work experience in operating room preferred

• Valid CPR certification

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to read, write, and communicate.

• Demonstrates a commitment to quality in patient care and maintaining standards of courtesy and friendliness to co-workers.

• Nursing/Ophthalmic assistant experience preferred.

• Maintains Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

• Able to maintain and comply with patient confidentiality and integrity policy on all matters.

• Demonstrate ability to take Vital signs (BP, P, R, T, O2 Sats) and identify parameters outside normal limits.