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The Christ Hospital Health Network · 1 day ago

OB Tech - Main Labor and Delivery - Full Time - Days

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

The Christ Hospital Health Network is a healthcare provider dedicated to delivering quality patient care. The OB Care Associate is responsible for assisting in surgical procedures, maintaining surgical instruments, and providing patient education under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

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Responsibilities

Performs aspects of clinical care as assigned and instructed by the RN per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines for delegation

Demonstrates knowledge of tests, procedures, treatments, and any potential complications

Reviews surgical preference lists to clarify surgical routine and update preference lists as needed. Utilizes resources to obtain needed supplies for the case

Checks table(s) for complete readiness for each procedure that include C-sections, tubal litigations, D&Cs, circumcision and emergent Hysterectomies. Ensures all items needed for the case are present: Obtains Physician’s special instruments and sutures prior to the start of the case

Demonstrates knowledge and dexterity in handling of special supplies and equipment and assures its proper functioning. Knowledgeable of the specifics of the surgical procedure and able to perform these tasks in an organized and efficient manner

Under the Surgeon’s supervision, assists with suctioning secretions, holding retractors, assisting with skin closure, cutting sutures and irrigating wounds. At the end of the procedure, assists with site care, cleansing the operative site, assists and/or applies sterile dressing, assist with patient transfer to bed/stretcher, replaces soiled gloves with clean exam gloves, assists with transfer with adequate number of assistants present, responsible for knowing and using good body mechanics, disassembles table(s) contents and instruments, and places in proper receptacles for cleaning, and sends appropriate instruments to CSR and/or clean up room for terminal cleaning

Assists with vaginal deliveries, set up sterile table for Physician that include instrumentation and sharps, place legs in stirrups, scrubs perineum, drapes patient

Obtain suture and any other instruments that are needed after vaginal delivery

Performs skills only after demonstrating competency as documented the Clinical Performance Record (CPR)

Performs tasks delegated by RN as follows (including but not limited to):

Vital Signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, & blood pressure)

Pulse oximetry (where applicable)

Capnography (where applicable)

Measures and reports patient intake and output

Makes observations as instructed by RN, reporting deviations

Collects and transports specimens as directed by RN

Ensures appropriate processing of specimens

Weighs Patients

Applies hot/cold compresses, ace bandages, non-sterile dressings

Applies ant embolic devices including TED hose and SCD’s

Documents according to policy

Provides support with unit clerical functions as needed, including but not limited to:

Registering patients when they come in for procedure or triage

Updating delivery log

Creating and maintaining paper charts

Entering charges for patients

Ensures beds and side rails are in appropriate position and locked at all times and that all necessary articles, including call light, are within reach

Maintains safe patient handling guidelines according to policy 1.01.160

Applies safety devices and documents in medical record

Assures necessary equipment is available

Demonstrates safe handling of medical gases

Answers call and bathroom lights promptly

Performs purposeful patient rounding

Maintains organization of patient rooms and unit. Identifies and addresses potential fall hazards

Removes any unused equipment from patient rooms

Implements and adheres to infection control policies

Safety hazards are promptly corrected &/or reported to the appropriate person

Maintains and demonstrates awareness and knowledge of all fire safety equipment

Maintains understanding of emergency reporting protocol

Responds to unit emergencies, reporting to the charge nurse

Cleans, stocks, and maintains unit and patient rooms. Reports to supervisor when special order items are low

Demonstrates, maintains, identifies, and corrects any breaks in aseptic technique while setting up the case as well as during the surgical procedure

Instruments, sharps, and sponges are counted according to policy

Identifies and transfers surgical specimens according to Operating Room policy

Keeps operative field free of unused instruments, equipment, and sharps. Receives instruments from surgeon, keeps instruments clean by wiping blood and tissue from instruments, removes unnecessary articles from the operative field, follows universal precautions according to hospital policy

Properly clean and prepares dirty surgical instruments for processing in central sterile

Serves as a positive role model

Responds to scheduling responsibilities with timeliness

Participates in 75% of staff meetings

Participates in unit-based activities/initiatives for performance improvement

Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care

Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital

Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis

Complies with organization and department policies and required training

Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies. Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner

Follows Time and Attendance Policy

Orients patient & family to the hospital environment & services provided, facilitates communication throughout the entire hospitalization process as follows:

Ensures patient is comfortable and oriented to surroundings. Provides explanations of: call signal, visitors lounge, visitor policy, Dine on Demand, cafeteria and gift shop location and hours of operation, no smoking policy, and Patient Education Video Services

Facilitates and maintains communication among all team members of pertinent patient information and patient care needs

Ensures appropriate patient care signage is posted as needed

Demonstrates appropriate communication skills in procedures, during OR cases, births, and during the death & dying process

Ensures communication is made to Physician prior to the start of the case if any supplies and/or equipment are unavailable

Effectively communicates with all health team members in a timely and courteous manner

Shares pertinent information with Charge Nurse

Effectively communicates pertinent information to relief personnel so as to provide safe continuity of care

Demonstrates ongoing competency in clinical performance for age-related care

Qualification

STNA certificationBasic Life Support certificationCritical thinkingTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

High School Graduate / Diploma or GED equivalent

Active STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant) certification or proof of a successful completion of a state sponsored Medicaid Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program

A nursing student who has successfully completed one medical-surgical rotation or another acute care experience

Prior training experience, preferred in a hospital or medical setting, that is evaluated by the Manager, Staff Development Educator, and Human Resources

Certification in AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers within 6 months of hire before patient contact

Critical thinking in routine and stressful situations

Ability to manage a rapidly changing and varied work environment related to changing patient needs

Ability and willingness to work within a team and accept delegated duties