Nurse Technician, OR Support (Aide) at Lifepoint Health

Danville, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical thinking, Decisive judgment, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Basic housekeeping, Patient transport, Supply stocking, Surgical specimen handling, Operating room cleaning, Basic Life Support, Stress management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Nurse Technician - Operating Room Aide (OR Support) Schedule: Full-time | Day shift Job Type: In-person Job Location: Danville, VA Your experience matters SOVAH Health - Danville is a part of Lifepoint Health. We are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you’ll support those in our facilities who are interfacing with and providing care to our patients and community members, positively impacting our mission of making communities healthier. Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants. Why join us: We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage — as well as tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more. * Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off. * Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match. * Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs). * Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Position Summary: Sovah Health in Danville, VA., is seeking a full-time Nurse Technician to provide support to the OR staff by retrieving patients from IP units, stocking supplies, taking surgical specimens to the lab, assisting with OR cleanings between patients, and other support as directed by OR Charge RN and other OR staff. The OR Nurse Tech will: * Performs basic housekeeping activities as delegated and supervised by an RN. * Assists with keeping OR rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly. * Adhere to other duties assigned. Minimum Education: * High school diploma or equivalent required. Required Skills: * Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. * Requires the ability to read and write legibly and carry out directions promptly and accurately. * Must exhibit effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. * Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform duties in the OR. * Requires the ability to respond quickly and calmly under stressful or emergencies. Required Certifications/Licensure: * AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Minimum Work Experience: * Previous experience in a hospital setting preferred. Requirements will include successful completion of the orientation program and competency requirements. EEOC Statement: SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Nurse Technician provides support to the operating room staff by retrieving patients, stocking supplies, and transporting surgical specimens. They also assist with maintaining the cleanliness and order of operating rooms and common areas.