Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Lake Charles, LA
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Operating Room Assistant is responsible for following hospital regulations/policies regarding cleaning, biohazard waste disposal, linen distribution, restocking and communication with ancillary departments as needed. This individual may also be called to assist in an OR suite with limited patient care, i.e., assisting with moving, transporting, or aiding the RN Circulator with limited patient contact.
SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Maintaining cleanliness of the operating rooms.
Demonstrates ability to clean and damp dust vents and high surface areas.
Appropriately utilizes the Universal Protocol as directed.
Cleans and disinfects floors, walls, and horizontal surfaces, according to assigned schedule and infection control standards.
Soiled linen is collected in closed bags and transported to laundry receptacle.
Assists with proper positioning of patients when...