Provide peri-operative care for a diverse patient population in the Labor and Delivery unit, including infants and adults. Assist the RN circulator in formulating care plans and maintaining sterile environments to minimize infection risks.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent military training. Must hold a CST or TS-C certification and BCLS certification prior to independent patient care.
high schoolprofessional certificatePatient MonitoringPatient SafetyInfection PreventionOperating Room ExperienceBCLSCPI TrainingPeri-operative CareSurgical TechnologyInstrument CareLabor and Delivery Care
Job description
Certified Surgical Technologist CST – Labor & Delivery Bring your passion to THR so we are Better + Together!! Work location: Texas Health Alliance: 10864 Texas Health Trail Fort Worth, Texas 76244 Work hours: Full Time (36 hours); Days 6:45am – 7:15pm Department Highlights:
14 Labor and Delivery Rooms
4 OB/ED bays – with OB Hospitalists 24/7
2 OR Suites
Average between 170-175 deliveries per month
41-bed Postpartum/Newborn, Couplet Care
Level III Maternal designation
Level III NICU
Here’s What You Need
High School Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 required OR
Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, Vocational Nurse Program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology required AND
CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
1 year current operating room experience preferred
Labor and Delivery experience preferred
CST – Certified Surgical Technologist
CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and graduate of an accredited surgical tech program OR
CST – Certified Surgical Technologist - CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 OR
CST – Certified Surgical Technologist - CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology OR
LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse upon hire AND
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly AND
CPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Training maintained annually 90 days required What You Will Do
Intra-operatively displays skills and behavior conducive to desirable outcome.
Nursing Process: Assists in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes Infants, Pediatrics, Adults and Geriatrics.
Preoperatively assists RN circulator in formulating plan of care.
Professional accountability: Assists as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively and assumes responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
Post-operatively follows proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies and equipment. Under supervision, assists RN circulator with post-operative duties.
Infection Prevention: Assists in the delivery of nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination.
Safety: Assists in delivering care in a manner which protects the patient from injury.
Continuous Improvement: Care is provided with an emphasis on continually improving quality, service, and cost effectiveness.
Age Specific Care: Demonstrates competence in assisting with the performance of age-appropriate patient care that is specific to the unique physiological and anatomic aspects of the life from the very young to the older adult. Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee:
We’re Joint Commission-accredited with a Level III neonatal intensive care unit.
Plus, we’re a Baby Friendly Facility and Pathways to Excellence designated hospital.
We provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women’s imaging services and are a top choice in North Fort Worth for radiology services and much more.
Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.
Do you still have questions or concerns?
Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org. #LI-AZ2
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment Program
Benefits include 401(k), PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make Texas Health a great place to work.
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. Entity Highlights: Texas Health Alliance is a 151-bed, full-service hospital serving our community since 2012. Our location in North Fort Worth provides convenient care to people in North Fort Worth, Keller, North Richland Hills, Haslet, Roanoke and surrounding areas.
