JOB SUMMARY: The staff Pharmacist is responsible for providing medication therapy and management services in collaboration with other providers to assure that drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient and cost-effective Pharmacy services provided include interdisciplinary patient care rounds, medication reconciliation, medication therapy monitoring, medication orders management, patient education, drug information, drug dosing, and various other activities Performs both clinical and distributive tasks necessary to ensure that patients medication therapy is safe, effective, timely and efficient May be asked to provide training and education to PharmD students through practical and didactic experiences Act independently within the scope of their license and areas of expertise with the help of general policies, procedures and practice guidelines with support from the Director of Pharmacy Ensures that patient care is maintained through compliance with the department's policies, rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Pharmacy, and other applicable regulatory bodies Acts as Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist as assigned PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Staff - None TRAINING & EDUCATION NEEDED: Graduate from an accredited college of Pharmacy Currently licensed as a pharmacist in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain it within 3 months of hire FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading and writing Works primarily in hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or meeting areas Considerable walking, sitting, or standing for long periods of time Mental effort required to assess, plan and make recommended decisions in complex environment Potential to be exposed to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways and patient rooms in response to emergencies Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting will be required to transport patients to safety Significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns and goggles may be required Fine motor skills Long periods of intense concentration PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Key: Occasional (1-3 hours per day or Frequent (3-7 hours per day or 33-66%) Constant (7 or more hours per day or >66%) Lifting: May be required to lift 32 lbs. from floor to waist height on occ. basis May be required to lift 25 lbs. from floor to above shoulder on occ. basis Push/Pull: May be required to push/pull 30 lbs. with load on floor in squatting position on occ. basis May be required to push/pull 10 lbs. distance >110 feet on occ. basis Standing/Walking/Sitting: Must be able to stand 5-8 hours Must be able to walk 3-5 hours Must be able to sit 1-3 hours Lower Extremities: Must be able to squat/bend/kneel on occ. basis May be required to use step stool (1 step) on occ. basis Upper Extremities: Must be able to grip/grasp desk items/paper on freq. basis Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch meds bottles/med boat on freq. basis Must be able to perform extended reach overhead with Must be able to perform extended reach at waist level with Must be able to bend (at 90 degrees) while reaching with Equipment: Must be able to use computer and perform keyboarding on occ. basis Environmental Factors: Must be able to work 10-hour shift May be required to work in noisy environment on occ. basis POPULATION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: 1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients, provides appropriate population based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations and age groups identified below: Neonate: Birth to 27 days of age Pediatric: Greater than 27 days of age to 13 years of age Adult: Greater than 13 years of age to 65 years of age Geriatric: >65 years of age No daily direct patient care contact 2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient s life span JOB DUTIES: Organizational Teamwork 1. To support the Mission and Vision: Our Mission: To improve the health of the communities we serve Our Vision: To compassionately deliver the State s highest quality patient care 2. The core values of Columbus Community Hospital (CCH) represent the beliefs of our organization, guiding our processes and decision making at all levels; the mission is accomplished through a commitment to our core values: Integrity Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence 3. Models service delivery standards to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and recognizes opportunities for service improvement 4. Demonstrates knowledge of role responsibility and operating philosophy of CCH Organizational Support 1. Adheres to CCH administrative support policies and procedures including; Time & Attendance Parking Practices Organizational Chart Professional Dress Compliance Program/Code of Conduct/Confidentiality Standards Emergency Management Plan Physical Health Wellness Compliance Office/Workplace Safety Exposure Control Program Risk Management & Quality Review Reports Work Practice 1. Order review and entry 2. Dispenses, and compounds medication based on provider orders 3. Consults with physicians regarding medications of pediatric, adolescent, adult, or geriatric patients as appropriate 4. Checks medications filled by Pharmacy Tech/Pharmacist for accuracy 5. Completes admission and discharge medication reconciliations as needed 6. Provides educational instruction to patients, nurses, providers, and public as needed 7. Assists in maintenance of inventory and purchasing 8. Participation on committees 9. Completes training to compound Sterile, Hazardous, and Non-Sterile medications 10. Follows department and hospital policies and procedures 11. Knowledgeable of pharmaceutical waste 12. Attends Code situations (Cardio-Pulmonary arrests) and Trauma I situations 13. Proficient in all functions of pharmacy computer system (Paragon Pharmacy) 14. Proficient in all pharmacy programs (i.e. Pyxis, Pyxis Logistics, PharmacyKeeper, Sentri7, Control Check, DoseMeRx, QS/1) 15. Assists with pharmacy students or job shadows 16. Keeps accurate records relative to State and Federal Regulations 17. Responsible for function of department in absence of Director 18. See Individual department competency/orientation/evaluation skill checklist for specific duties 19. Demonstrates appropriate competencies in the department with initial orientation competency due within 90 days of hire and annual competencies to be completed by September 30th 20. Maintains competency through completing education assigned on CCH learning management systems as well as mandatory in person education 21. Complies with Attendance Management Policy in regards to attendance and timeliness, understanding the expectation of maintaining an absence percentage of 3% or less 22. Accepts other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?f5z009wvI94fwY44qEvO%2bwi" width="0" height="0" />

**Staff Pharmacist**

The staff Pharmacist is responsible for providing medication therapy and management services in collaboration with other providers to assure that drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective.

Pharmacy services provided include interdisciplinary patient care rounds, medication reconciliation, medication therapy monitoring, medication orders management, patient education, drug information, drug dosing, and various other activities.

Performs both clinical and distributive tasks necessary to ensure that patients' medication therapy is safe, effective, timely, and efficient.

May be asked to provide training and education to PharmD students through practical and didactic experiences.

Acts independently within the scope of their license and areas of expertise with the help of general policies, procedures, and practice guidelines with support from the Director of Pharmacy.

Ensures that patient care is maintained through compliance with the department's policies, rules, and regulations promulgated by the Board of Pharmacy and other applicable regulatory bodies.

Acts as Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Graduate from an accredited college of Pharmacy
- Currently licensed as a pharmacist in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain it within 3 months of hire

**Functional Requirements**

- Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing
- Works primarily in a hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or meeting areas
- Considerable walking, sitting, or standing for long periods of time
- Mental effort required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in a complex environment
- Potential to be exposed to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases
- Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to emergencies
- Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills
- In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting will be required to transport patients to safety
- Significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required
- Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles may be required
- Fine motor skills
- Long periods of intense concentration

**Physical Requirements**

- Lifting: May be required to lift 32 lbs. from floor to waist height on an occasional basis; may be required to lift 25 lbs. from floor to above shoulder on an occasional basis.
  
- Push/Pull: May be required to push/pull 30 lbs. with load on floor in squatting position on an occasional basis; may be required to push/pull 10 lbs. distance >110 feet on an occasional basis.
  
- Standing/Walking/Sitting: Must be able to stand 5-8 hours; must be able to walk 3-5 hours; must be able to sit 1-3 hours.
  
- Lower Extremities: Must be able to squat/bend/kneel on an occasional basis; may be required to use a step stool (1 step) on an occasional basis.
  
- Upper Extremities: Must be able to grip/grasp desk items/paper on a frequent basis; must be able to grip/grasp/pinch meds bottles/med boat on a frequent basis; must be able to perform extended reach overhead; must be able to perform extended reach at waist level; must be able to bend (at 90 degrees) while reaching.
  
- Equipment: Must be able to use a computer and perform keyboarding on an occasional basis.
  
- Environmental Factors: Must be able to work a 10-hour shift; may be required to work in a noisy environment on an occasional basis.

**Population Specific Competencies**

1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients, provides appropriate population-based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations and age groups identified below:
   - Neonate: Birth to 27 days of age
   - Pediatric: Greater than 27 days of age to 13 years of age
   - Adult: Greater than 13 years of age to 65 years of age
   - Geriatric: >65 years of age

2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's life span.

**Job Duties**

**Organizational Teamwork**

1. To support the Mission and Vision:
   - Our Mission: To improve the health of the communities we serve
   - Our Vision: To compassionately deliver the State's highest quality patient care

2. The core values of Columbus Community Hospital (CCH) represent the beliefs of our organization, guiding our processes and decision-making at all levels; the mission is accomplished through a commitment to our core values:
   - Integrity
   - Compassion
   - Accountability
   - Respect
   - Excellence

3. Models service delivery standards to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and recognizes opportunities for service improvement.

4. Demonstrates knowledge of role responsibility and operating philosophy of CCH.

**Organizational Support**

1. Adheres to CCH administrative support policies and procedures including:
   - Time & Attendance
   - Parking Practices
   - Organizational Chart
   - Professional Dress
   - Compliance Program/Code of Conduct/Confidentiality Standards
   - Emergency Management Plan
   - Physical Health Wellness Compliance
   - Office/Workplace Safety
   - Exposure Control Program
   - Risk Management & Quality Review Reports

**Work Practice**

1. Order review and entry.
2. Dispenses and compounds medication based on provider orders.
3. Consults with physicians regarding medications for pediatric, adolescent, adult, or geriatric patients as appropriate.
4. Checks medications filled by Pharmacy Tech/Pharmacist for accuracy.
5. Completes admission and discharge medication reconciliations as needed.
6. Provides educational instruction to patients, nurses, providers, and public as needed.
7. Assists in maintenance of inventory and purchasing.
8. Participation on committees.
9. Completes training to compound Sterile, Hazardous, and Non-Sterile medications.
10. Follows department and hospital policies and procedures.
11. Knowledgeable of pharmaceutical waste.
12. Attends Code situations (Cardio-Pulmonary arrests) and Trauma I situations.
13. Proficient in all functions of pharmacy computer system (Paragon Pharmacy).
14. Proficient in all pharmacy programs (i.e., Pyxis, Pyxis Logistics, PharmacyKeeper, Sentri7, Control Check, DoseMeRx, QS/1).
15. Assists with pharmacy students or job shadows.
16. Keeps accurate records relative to State and Federal Regulations.
17. Responsible for function of department in absence of Director.
18. See Individual department competency/orientation/evaluation skill checklist for specific duties.
19. Demonstrates appropriate competencies in the department with initial orientation competency due within 90 days of hire and annual competencies to be completed by September 30th.
20. Maintains competency through completing education assigned on CCH learning management systems as well as mandatory in-person education.
21. Complies with Attendance Management Policy in regards to attendance and timeliness, understanding the expectation of maintaining an absence percentage of 3% or less.
22. Accepts other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge.

Pharmacist

Opportunity Description: Our organization is offering a full-time employment opportunity requiring a total of 40 hours each week, from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, across a schedule of five variable days. The successful applicant will oversee all aspects of planning, directing, budgeting, coordinating, and enhancing the operational quality of daily activities in various departments, including Surgical Services: Preadmissions, Outpatient Surgery (which includes Same Day Surgery, Endoscopy, and Spine-Pain), Operating Room (OR), Central Sterile, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Surgery Center. This role demands strong interpersonal communication skills and collaborative efforts with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to guarantee the provision of excellent care to patients. Candidates must bring a minimum of five years of nursing experience complemented by authoritative leadership and management experience. In addition, at least two years as a first-line supervisor or manager, paired with three years of clinical nursing practice, is required. A current Nebraska RN license is critical, and a Master s degree in Nursing (MSN) is mandatory or should be in progress for all applicants. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?RRXJ85NbDFASOhfyWG8PxAs" width="0" height="0" />

**Nursing Operations Manager**

Our organization is offering a full-time employment opportunity requiring a total of 40 hours each week, from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, across a schedule of five variable days. The successful applicant will oversee all aspects of planning, directing, budgeting, coordinating, and enhancing the operational quality of daily activities in various departments, including Surgical Services: Preadmissions, Outpatient Surgery (which includes Same Day Surgery, Endoscopy, and Spine-Pain), Operating Room (OR), Central Sterile, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Surgery Center.

**Job Description**

- Oversee all aspects of planning, directing, budgeting, coordinating, and enhancing the operational quality of daily activities in various departments.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to guarantee the provision of excellent care to patients.

**Requirements**

- Minimum of five years of nursing experience complemented by authoritative leadership and management experience.
- At least two years as a first-line supervisor or manager, paired with three years of clinical nursing practice.
- Current Nebraska RN license is critical.
- A Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) is mandatory or should be in progress for all applicants.

Director of Surgical Services

JOB SUMMARY: Provides quality patient care based on the documented assessment of the patient s needs Performs nursing procedures according to physician s orders, following the department policies and procedures with the knowledge and understanding of differences in the care required for a pediatric, adolescent or geriatric patient as compared to an adult Adheres to, demonstrates, and supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Columbus Community Hospital PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Staff - None TRAINING & EDUCATION NEEDED: Graduate from an accredited school of Registered Nursing Current Nebraska licensure Current BLS Certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, NRP and MOAB certification training per Department Requirement as listed in the Employee Education policy Valid Driver s License per Department Requirement FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing Works primarily in hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or classroom/ meeting areas Considerable walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (occasionally in excess of 25 pounds) Mental effort required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in complex environment Potential to be exposed to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting will be required to transport patients to safety Significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns and goggles may be required Fine motor skills Long periods of intense concentration PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Key: Occasional (1-3 hours per day or Frequent (3-7 hours per day or 33-66%) Constant (7 or more hours per day or >66%) Lifting: Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from shoulder height to waist/cart on frequent basis Must be able to lift 30 lbs. from floor to shoulder height on occ. basis Must be able to lift 35 lbs. from floor to waist/cart on occ. basis Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 30 lbs. at shoulder height/extended reach on occ. basis with awkward weight distribution and twisting/turning Must be able to push/pull 22 lbs. at waist level on frequent basis Must be able to push/pull 40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis Must be able to lift/carry 35-40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis Must be able to push/pull 75 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis while maneuvering patient beds (75 lbs. required to initiate move and 35 lbs. to maintain movement of bed) Standing/Walking/Sitting: Must be able to stand from 5-8 hours Must be able to walk from 5-8 hours Lower Extremities: Must be able to kneel and squat on occ. basis Upper Extremities: Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch of instruments on frequent basis Equipment: Must be able to use computer and perform keyboarding on frequent basis Environmental Factors: May be required to work on slippery surface May be required to work with noisy equipment during certain operative procedures May be required to work extended hours beyond 8-12 hours on occ. basis Will work in environmental temperatures of 67 - 80 F POPULATION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: 1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients, provides appropriate population-based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations, and could include age groups as below: Neonate: Birth to 27 days of age Pediatric: Greater than 27 days of age to 13 years of age Adult: Greater than 13 years of age to 65 years of age Geriatric: >65 years of age No daily direct patient care contact 2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient s life span JOB DUTIES: Assuming responsibility and accountability for nursing actions to include, but not limited to: o Assessing human responses to actual or potential health conditions o Establishing nursing diagnoses o Establishing goals and outcomes to meet identified health care needs o Establishing and maintain a plan of care o Update the plan of care utilizing nursing diagnosis, appropriate nursing interventions, and documentation of the patient s response with consideration to age and culture-specific needs o Prescribing nursing interventions to for the plan of care and implementing the plan of care o Delegating, directing, or assigning nursing interventions that may be performed by others and that do not conflict with the Nurse Practice Act o Maintaining safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly o Evaluating response to interventions, including, but not limited to, performing physical and psychological assessments of patients & assess and reassesses the patient within the time frames of the department policy o Document observations and data related to the patient and nursing care provided for high quality documentation High quality documentation is: accurate, valid, clear concise, and complete, legible/readable, thoughtful, timely, contemporaneous, sequential, and reflective of the nursing process Maintain efficiency of the use of the downtime system for documentation when the available electronic systems do not function o Administering, managing, and supervision the practice of nursing o Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the management of healthcare Ability to utilize the nursing process in the provision of nursing care including, but not limited to administering treatments and medications in compliance with the physician s orders and hospital policy and interpreting diagnostic tests Safely administer medications to patients as per hospital policy & care is to meet or exceed accepted standards of care Provide education to patients and/or patient designated family or friend, and participate in meeting discharge-planning needs starting on admission Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient s status, and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient s needs in relation to age Coordinates and prioritizes care and patient care activities for patient assignment, utilizing resources available Performs patient testing of moderate complexity and/or waived testing on hospital Point of Care devices, if identified by manager Conscientiously practice to improve processes in the delivery of high quality, safe patient care Carry out the protocols and standards of care shown by evidence to improve the quality and safety of patient care Participate as requested in selective quality improvement activities, teams, or programs Take ownership to follow evidence-based practice, taking into consideration, but not limited to core measures Utilize skills to make effective decisions and solve problems involving both clinical and operational issues Initiates or assists in hospital code situations and handle emergencies for all ages of patients appropriately Maintain open communications and cooperate with coworkers, physicians, and other departments Responsible and accountable for maintain competence through continually reassessing their competence and identify needs for additional knowledge, skills, personal growth, and integrative learning experiences through the process of lifelong learning Participate in hospital educational programs as requested Participate in the orientation of new personnel as requested - if assigned to Charge Nurse: Assign and delegate nursing care in accordance with individual (including age-specific) patient needs and staff member s qualifications and capabilities - supervise and evaluate competence of nursing staff adjusting staffing needs as appropriate If cross-trained to another department, complete orientation, and demonstrates competency within that department s requirements See individual department competency/orientation/evaluation skill checklist for specific duties Demonstrates appropriate competencies in the department with initial orientation competency due within 90 days of hire and annual competencies to be completed by September 30th Maintains competency through completing education assigned on Elsevier or other learning management systems as well as mandatory in person education Complies with Attendance Management Policy in regards to attendance and timeliness, understanding the expectation of maintaining as absence percentage of 3% or less Accepts other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?iOvp3n2dtZ7iHNMMT%2fIxBwz" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Summary**

Provides quality patient care based on the documented assessment of the patient's needs. 

Performs nursing procedures according to physician's orders, following the department policies and procedures with the knowledge and understanding of differences in the care required for a pediatric, adolescent, or geriatric patient as compared to an adult.

Adheres to, demonstrates, and supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Columbus Community Hospital.

**Job Description**

- Assessing human responses to actual or potential health conditions
- Establishing nursing diagnoses
- Establishing goals and outcomes to meet identified health care needs
- Establishing and maintaining a plan of care
- Updating the plan of care utilizing nursing diagnosis, appropriate nursing interventions, and documentation of the patient's response with consideration to age and culture-specific needs
- Prescribing nursing interventions for the plan of care and implementing the plan of care
- Delegating, directing, or assigning nursing interventions that may be performed by others and that do not conflict with the Nurse Practice Act
- Maintaining safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly
- Evaluating response to interventions, including performing physical and psychological assessments of patients and reassessing the patient within the time frames of the department policy
- Documenting observations and data related to the patient and nursing care provided for high-quality documentation
- Administering, managing, and supervising the practice of nursing
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the management of healthcare
- Providing education to patients and/or patient-designated family or friends, and participating in meeting discharge-planning needs starting on admission
- Coordinating and prioritizing care and patient care activities for patient assignment, utilizing resources available
- Participating as requested in selective quality improvement activities, teams, or programs
- Initiating or assisting in hospital code situations and handling emergencies for all ages of patients appropriately
- Maintaining open communications and cooperating with coworkers, physicians, and other departments

**Requirements**

- Graduate from an accredited school of Registered Nursing
- Current Nebraska licensure
- Current BLS Certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
- ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, NRP, and MOAB certification training per Department Requirement as listed in the Employee Education policy
- Valid Driver's License per Department Requirement

**Functional Requirements**

- Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing
- Works primarily in a hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or classroom/meeting areas
- Considerable walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (occasionally in excess of 25 pounds)
- Mental effort required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in a complex environment
- Potential to be exposed to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases
- Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies

**Physical Requirements**

- Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from shoulder height to waist/cart on a frequent basis
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs. from floor to shoulder height on an occasional basis
- Must be able to push/pull 30 lbs. at shoulder height/extended reach on an occasional basis with awkward weight distribution and twisting/turning

**Population Specific Competencies**

1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients, provides appropriate population-based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations.
2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's life span.

**Job Duties**

- Carry out protocols and standards of care shown by evidence to improve the quality and safety of patient care.
- Responsible for maintaining competence through continually reassessing their competence and identifying needs for additional knowledge, skills, personal growth, and integrative learning experiences through lifelong learning.
- Participate in hospital educational programs as requested.
- Participate in the orientation of new personnel as requested.
- Accept other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge.

Registered Nurse (RN)

JOB SUMMARY: The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon in collaboration with the Surgery RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operating procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety Demonstrate the application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation and tools and technologies to facilitate a physician s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED: None TRAINING & EDUCATION NEEDED: High School Diploma or Equivalent Graduate from Surgical Technologist school; will allow to complete certification within first eight months Current license as a CST (Scrub Tech) Current BLS Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, NRP, and MOAB certification training per Department Requirements as listed in the Employee Education policy Working knowledge and experience in a hospital, operating room, or ambulatory surgery center Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician and has equipment, medical gases and supplies readily available for all procedures Requires prioritization and time management skills Critical Thinking: Ability to organize equipment, instruments and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards Effective communication skills oral and written FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing Works primarily in hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or classroom/ meeting areas Considerable walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (occasionally over 25 pounds) Mental effort is required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in a complex environment Potential exposure to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to emergencies Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting is required to transport patients to safety A significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns and goggles may be required Fine motor skills Long periods of intense concentration PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Key: Occasional (1-3 hours per day or Frequent (3-7 hours per day or 33-66%) Constant (7 or more hours per day or >66%) Lifting: Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from shoulder height to waist/cart frequently Must be able to lift 30 lbs. from floor to shoulder height on occ. basis Must be able to lift 35 lbs. from floor to waist/cart on occ. basis Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 30 lbs. at shoulder height/extended reach on occ. basis with awkward weight distribution and twisting/turning Must be able to push/pull 22 lbs. at waist level frequently Must be able to push/pull 40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis Must be able to lift/carry 35-40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis Must be able to push/pull 75 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis while maneuvering patient beds (75 lbs. required to initiate move and 35 lbs. to maintain movement of bed) Standing/Walking/Sitting: Must be able to stand for 5-8 hours Must be able to walk for 5-8 hours Lower Extremities: Must be able to kneel and squat on occ. basis Upper Extremities: Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch instruments frequently Equipment: Must be able to use a computer and perform keyboarding frequently Environmental Factors: May be required to work on a slippery surface May be required to work with noisy equipment during specific operative procedures May be required to work extended hours beyond 8-12 hours on occ. basis Will work in environmental temperatures of 67 - 80 F POPULATION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: 1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients and provides appropriate population-based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations and age groups identified below: Neonate: Birth to 27 days of age Pediatric: Greater than 27 days of age to 13 years of age Adult: Greater than 13 years of age to 65 years of age Geriatric: >65 years of age No daily direct patient care contact 2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's life span JOB DUTIES: Assure the operating room is prepared for the daily schedule, including: o Preparation of supplies o Sterilization of equipment o Cleaning of the operating room o All equipment is present Opens sterile packs, instruments, and supplies, maintains a sterile environment throughout the procedure and preparing set-up of all surgical cases Reporting and troubleshooting all broken or defective supplies or equipment Checking and supplying the operating room at the end of the scheduled cases Responsible for all parts of the sterilization process following OSHA, CDC, IAHSCMM, AORN, and manufacturer's standards Maintains appropriate records and monitors quality control and infection prevention standards Monitors surgery schedules, identifying all cases' general, specific, and potential needs Organizing supplies and equipment in a space-efficient manner Utilizes One Source to maintain equipment manuals Provides in-service to staff on sterile technique, equipment, and procedures in the operating room Maintains a count sheet for all equipment when warranted Ensures surgeon's preference cards are current, accurate, and accessible Provides emotional support for the patient Assists in reviewing all policies and procedures yearly Attends updates and continuing education courses relevant to specialty areas Maintains a safe environment for treating the surgical patient, including safeguards to protect the patient from cross-infection Attends and/or completes yearly in-services and monthly staff meetings Assists in the implementation of quality assurance projects See individual department competency/orientation/evaluation skill checklist for specific duties Demonstrates appropriate competencies in the department with initial orientation competency due within 90 days of hire and annual competencies to be completed by September 30th Maintains competency through completing education assigned on Elsevier or other learning management systems as well as mandatory in person education Complies with Attendance Management Policy in regards to attendance and timeliness, understanding the expectation of maintaining as absence percentage of 3% or less Accepts other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?MYYD211ANHB%2fSeh0XM9MdAp" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Surgical Technologist**

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon in collaboration with the Surgery RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operating procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Demonstrate the application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation and tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

**Job Description**

- Assure the operating room is prepared for the daily schedule, including preparation of supplies, sterilization of equipment, cleaning of the operating room, and ensuring all equipment is present.
- Open sterile packs, instruments, and supplies, maintaining a sterile environment throughout the procedure and preparing set-up of all surgical cases.
- Report and troubleshoot all broken or defective supplies or equipment.
- Check and supply the operating room at the end of the scheduled cases.
- Responsible for all parts of the sterilization process following OSHA, CDC, IAHSCMM, AORN, and manufacturer's standards.
- Maintain appropriate records and monitor quality control and infection prevention standards.
- Monitor surgery schedules, identifying all cases' general, specific, and potential needs.
- Organize supplies and equipment in a space-efficient manner.
- Utilize One Source to maintain equipment manuals.
- Provide in-service to staff on sterile technique, equipment, and procedures in the operating room.
- Maintain a count sheet for all equipment when warranted.
- Ensure surgeon's preference cards are current, accurate, and accessible.
- Provide emotional support for the patient.
- Assist in reviewing all policies and procedures yearly.
- Attend updates and continuing education courses relevant to specialty areas.
- Maintain a safe environment for treating the surgical patient, including safeguards to protect the patient from cross-infection.
- Attend and/or complete yearly in-services and monthly staff meetings.
- Assist in the implementation of quality assurance projects.
- Demonstrate appropriate competencies in the department with initial orientation competency due within 90 days of hire and annual competencies to be completed by September 30th.
- Maintain competency through completing education assigned on Elsevier or other learning management systems as well as mandatory in-person education.
- Comply with Attendance Management Policy in regards to attendance and timeliness, understanding the expectation of maintaining an absence percentage of 3% or less.
- Accept other duties within scope of practice at the direction of the person-in-charge.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Graduate from Surgical Technologist school; will allow to complete certification within first eight months.
- Current license as a CST (Scrub Tech).
- Current BLS Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
- ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, NRP, and MOAB certification training per Department Requirements as listed in the Employee Education policy.
- Working knowledge and experience in a hospital, operating room, or ambulatory surgery center.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician and have equipment, medical gases, and supplies readily available for all procedures.
- Requires prioritization and time management skills.
- Critical thinking: Ability to organize equipment, instruments, and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards.
- Effective communication skills (oral and written).

**Functional Requirements**

- Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing.
- Works primarily in a hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or classroom/meeting areas.
- Considerable walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (occasionally over 25 pounds).
- Mental effort is required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in a complex environment.
- Potential exposure to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases.
- Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to emergencies.
- Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills.
- In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting is required to transport patients to safety.
- A significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required.
- Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles may be required.
- Fine motor skills are necessary.
- Long periods of intense concentration are required.

**Physical Requirements**

- Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from shoulder height to waist/cart frequently.
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs. from floor to shoulder height on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to lift 35 lbs. from floor to waist/cart on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to push/pull 30 lbs. at shoulder height/extended reach on an occasional basis with awkward weight distribution and twisting/turning.
- Must be able to push/pull 22 lbs. at waist level frequently.
- Must be able to push/pull 40 lbs. at waist level on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to lift/carry 35-40 lbs. at waist level on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to push/pull 75 lbs. at waist level on an occasional basis while maneuvering patient beds (75 lbs. required to initiate move and 35 lbs. to maintain movement of bed).
- Must be able to stand for 5-8 hours.
- Must be able to walk for 5-8 hours.
- Must be able to kneel and squat on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch instruments frequently.
- Must be able to use a computer and perform keyboarding frequently.

**Population-Specific Competencies**

1. Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients and provides appropriate population-based care according to the department skills checklist for identified populations and age groups identified below:
   - Neonate: Birth to 27 days of age
   - Pediatric: Greater than 27 days of age to 13 years of age
   - Adult: Greater than 13 years of age to 65 years of age
   - Geriatric: >65 years of age
   - No daily direct patient care contact

2. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients/families and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's life span.

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