LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Surgical Technologist Per Diem - Childbirth Unit
Core
Provides surgical assistance and direct patient care in obstetrical cases, including assisting with procedures, patient preparation, and post-operative care for mothers and infants.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Surgical Technologist
Builds
Obstetrical surgical cases and patient care plans
Domain
Healthcare / Obstetrics / Surgical Technology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Surgical instrument handling, sterile technique, patient vital sign monitoring, wound assessment, specimen preparation, emergency procedure initiation, equipment setup and operation
Preferred skills
Obstetrics experience, cross-training in Women's and Children's units
Technologies
Clinical monitoring equipment, surgical instruments, sterile dressing supplies
Responsibilities
Assist doctors with surgical procedures such as retracting and cutting sutures; identify correct surgical site before incision; maintain accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles, and instruments; verify counts with circulating nurse; prepare and verify specimens; dispose of linens, needles, and sharps; assess wounds and apply sterile dressings; initiate emergency procedures; document medical information and patient reactions.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff