Perioperative Aide (Full Time, Evenings)

Description Job Summary Provides support for perioperative patients under the direction and the supervision of the Administrative Director, Nurse Manager and Nurses. Job Specific Duties * Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures and equipment per the Infection Control Policy. Makes beds, removes soiled linen & trash and relines all waste and laundry containers. * Responsible for cleaning and returning equipment to storage. * Precepts new employees and volunteers during their introductory period. Confirms completion of pertinent documentation. * Provides support & responds to questions for perioperative patients in a knowledgeable manner by demonstrating sensitivity to patient's care & privacy. Utilizes standard points covered in scripting. * Performs indirect patient care: assists with lifting and positioning of the patient or holding limbs as needed for procedure under the supervision of the Nurse. * Performs messenger services including transportation of laboratory products, clinical supplies, and pharmacy items to achieve productivity results in an efficient manner. * Transports patients as directed by the core desk. Responds to requests from Operating Room (OR) desk in a timely fashion. * Follows Institutional Clinical Laboratory Protocols and Standards for Specimen Handling and blood products. * Acts proactively to anticipate need for patient's comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc. * Seals and moves biohazardous waste and exchanges syringe boxes, per Biohazardous Waste Disposal Policy. * Accountable to stock all linens, supplies, specimen containers, removes all biohazardous waste and completes all turnovers within departmental standards and timeframe. * Demonstrates proper indication and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements * American Heart Association BLS Must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * High School education preferred * Experience in a healthcare setting is desirable * Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers using effective oral communication skills * Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills with various patient populations * Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information * Ability to remain calm under stressful situations and respond to urgent requests * Demonstrates use of proper body mechanics for lifting and positioning patients Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: OPERATING ROOM-2100-760000 Job Status: Professional