- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain current a Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
- Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire.
- Previous surgical or labor and delivery, specifically assisting with C-sections, experience required.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.
Job-Specific Competency
8. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient's age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
- Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each surgical procedure.
- Effectively communicates with the surgeon in accounting for all sponges, needles, and instruments; reports discrepancies immediately to surgeon and Team Leader; appropriately documents all counts.
- Accurately records, handles, labels and processes specimens.
- Demonstrates ability to effectively function in the scrub role.
Location: Eastern Connecticut Health Network · Operating Room, MMH
Schedule: Per Diem, Per Diem - Flex, 0