Perioperative CNA - Cheyenne, United States - Memorial Hospital of Laramie County

Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life of a Perioperative CNA:

Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Surgical Services or designee (OR Supervisor, RN Coordinator). Performs a variety of tasks including transporting patients, preparing and cleanup of surgical cases in the OR. Responsible for transporting equipment and supplies to the OR suite. Responsible for assisting the OR RN in the delivery of care to the surgical patient. Fiscal management of supplies is a shared responsibility for all team members. Remains conscious of sterile technique at all times. Performs the functions as assigned. Work under the direction of a RN.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here Is What You Will Be Doing:

• Transports patients to and from surgery after checking the chart for appropriate documentation.
• Assigned to a specific OR suite in which they assist the OR RN with patient care, including transfer of patients to and from bed, position and prep, opening sterile supplies, apply monitor leads, and transport equipment to and from the room.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique.
• Cleans the room during turnovers and terminally cleans the room at the end of the day.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety standards.
• Handles equipment, instruments, and supplies to prevent damage or loss.
• Completes mandatory education and contact education requirements including 12 CEUs per year.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology
• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail

Here Is What You Will Need:

Wyoming Certified Nursing Assistant license

6 Months: Completion of OR competency-based training

Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today