Perioperative Nursing Assistant - Proctor Surgery
Carle Health, Peoria, IL, United States
Overview
The Perioperative Nursing Assistant performs diversified activities that facilitate effective and efficient operations, utilizing independent judgement and decision‑making.
Qualifications
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
Responsibilities
Facilitates Surgical Services Operations by Supporting Multiple Areas
Knowledgeable and skilled in the application of aseptic technique in multiple areas
Appropriately moves within and around the sterile field
Assist surgeon, physicians, anesthesia provider, surgical technologist and registered nurses
Performs a variety of perioperative support functions for pre‑op, intra‑op, and post‑op (specific activities vary with each area and sub‑specialty)
Versatile and knowledgeable in multiple surgical specialties and phases of surgery (pre‑op, intra‑op, post‑op)
Knowledgeable and skilled in multiple sterilization/disinfection techniques
Knowledgeable in multiple support areas such as instrumentation, equipment, anesthesia, and supplies
Able to function independently in a variety of areas
Documentation is timely and accurate
Be available to be assigned on‑call hours outside of scheduled work‑hours, including after‑hours, weekends and holidays, and respond in the defined time frame when contacted while on‑call
Able to adhere to assigned weekly, weekend, and holiday call shifts in accordance with hospital policies and protocols; prioritizes, anticipates, and provides for surgical procedures and patients
Reviews daily surgery schedule, collaborates with leadership, and plans support functions
Implements plan so multiple needs are met simultaneously
Actions support efficient preparation for surgical technologist, registered nurses, surgeons, physicians, and anesthesia providers
Prepares for age‑specific case requirements
Identifies barriers and initiates appropriate intervention; demonstrates working knowledge of surgical conscience, electronic systems, equipment, and the interrelationship of pre‑op, intra‑op and post‑op. (Systems include but are not limited to)
Electrosurgical unit, bipolar and monocular functional use and tissue effects
Pneumatic tourniquet systems and ATS
A variety of positioning devices
Endoscopic video systems – set up, operate and troubleshoot
Insufflation and accessories
Patient warming devices
Gravity and pre‑vac sterilizers
Phacoemulsifier and vitrector
Irrigation devices
Microscopes and accessories
Anesthesia machines
Scope wasters
Phlebotomy and testing (Hemacue, UCG, urine multistix)
Specialty carts – e.g. vascular grafts, plastic
Roles and relationships of scrubbed and non‑scrubbed surgical team
Applies principle of aseptic techniques: opening sterile items and skin preparation
Ensures appropriate equipment, hazard warning and practice compliance during laser use; operates and demonstrates working knowledge of a variety of laser systems
Provides technical assistance to surgeons, physicians, registered nurses, surgical technologist, and support staff; demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem solving
Independently sets up and operates equipment for a variety of surgical specialties
Provides case‑specific needs: specialty operating table, case specific assistive devices
Able to assist multiple specialty needs, collaborate, communicate, and provide required support
Fosters relationships and communication with family members
Demonstrates sensitivity to patient and family needs and communicates to appropriate personnel
Integrates individual efforts within surgical services to ensure a safe environment, promote teamwork and satisfaction
Assists in achieving department and organizational goals
Attends and participates in department meetings and educational offerings
Communicates effectively with nursing staff throughout the shift
Participates in education/training opportunities as available
Assists others in completion of assignments
Utilizes time wisely, identifies and initiates appropriate action
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $17.89 per hour to $28.98 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and provides the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
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The Perioperative Nursing Assistant performs diversified activities that facilitate effective and efficient operations, utilizing independent judgement and decision‑making.
Qualifications
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
Responsibilities
Facilitates Surgical Services Operations by Supporting Multiple Areas
Knowledgeable and skilled in the application of aseptic technique in multiple areas
Appropriately moves within and around the sterile field
Assist surgeon, physicians, anesthesia provider, surgical technologist and registered nurses
Performs a variety of perioperative support functions for pre‑op, intra‑op, and post‑op (specific activities vary with each area and sub‑specialty)
Versatile and knowledgeable in multiple surgical specialties and phases of surgery (pre‑op, intra‑op, post‑op)
Knowledgeable and skilled in multiple sterilization/disinfection techniques
Knowledgeable in multiple support areas such as instrumentation, equipment, anesthesia, and supplies
Able to function independently in a variety of areas
Documentation is timely and accurate
Be available to be assigned on‑call hours outside of scheduled work‑hours, including after‑hours, weekends and holidays, and respond in the defined time frame when contacted while on‑call
Able to adhere to assigned weekly, weekend, and holiday call shifts in accordance with hospital policies and protocols; prioritizes, anticipates, and provides for surgical procedures and patients
Reviews daily surgery schedule, collaborates with leadership, and plans support functions
Implements plan so multiple needs are met simultaneously
Actions support efficient preparation for surgical technologist, registered nurses, surgeons, physicians, and anesthesia providers
Prepares for age‑specific case requirements
Identifies barriers and initiates appropriate intervention; demonstrates working knowledge of surgical conscience, electronic systems, equipment, and the interrelationship of pre‑op, intra‑op and post‑op. (Systems include but are not limited to)
Electrosurgical unit, bipolar and monocular functional use and tissue effects
Pneumatic tourniquet systems and ATS
A variety of positioning devices
Endoscopic video systems – set up, operate and troubleshoot
Insufflation and accessories
Patient warming devices
Gravity and pre‑vac sterilizers
Phacoemulsifier and vitrector
Irrigation devices
Microscopes and accessories
Anesthesia machines
Scope wasters
Phlebotomy and testing (Hemacue, UCG, urine multistix)
Specialty carts – e.g. vascular grafts, plastic
Roles and relationships of scrubbed and non‑scrubbed surgical team
Applies principle of aseptic techniques: opening sterile items and skin preparation
Ensures appropriate equipment, hazard warning and practice compliance during laser use; operates and demonstrates working knowledge of a variety of laser systems
Provides technical assistance to surgeons, physicians, registered nurses, surgical technologist, and support staff; demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem solving
Independently sets up and operates equipment for a variety of surgical specialties
Provides case‑specific needs: specialty operating table, case specific assistive devices
Able to assist multiple specialty needs, collaborate, communicate, and provide required support
Fosters relationships and communication with family members
Demonstrates sensitivity to patient and family needs and communicates to appropriate personnel
Integrates individual efforts within surgical services to ensure a safe environment, promote teamwork and satisfaction
Assists in achieving department and organizational goals
Attends and participates in department meetings and educational offerings
Communicates effectively with nursing staff throughout the shift
Participates in education/training opportunities as available
Assists others in completion of assignments
Utilizes time wisely, identifies and initiates appropriate action
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $17.89 per hour to $28.98 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and provides the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
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