The Maternity Technician Nurse functions within his/her scope of practice under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse to provide indirect care function as related to the obstetrical patient. Responsible to function as the "scrub technologist" in the C-section suite and other clinical areas, which consists of the selection and set-up of the sterile table with instruments, supplies and equipment; the passing of instruments to the surgeon during the procedure; maintaining sterile technique and caring for instruments following the procedure. In addition, the Maternity Technician is expected to assist in vaginal deliveries and perform designated unit and clerical functions.
S/he has basic understanding and beginning skill level in teaching/learning principles, parent/child interaction, bonding, growth and development. Utilizes age-related concepts (neonates (0-1 month), adolescents (ages 9-17) and adult patients including early adult (ages 18-35) middle adult (ages 36-65) when communicating with patients and families, using medical equipment, participating in diagnostic or other procedures.
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Required Qualifications:
Graduate of a course in surgical technology, or current experience working as a surgical technologist. Washington Surgical Technologist Registration upon hire National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hireWhy Join Providence?
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