UK St. Claire·Morehead, Kentucky
Responsible for maintaining a strict sterile field and passing surgical instruments during procedures. Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure patient safety through accurate counts and efficient intraoperative care.
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Job Summary Responsible for passing surgical instruments and maintaining a strict sterile field during procedures. Obtains, checks, and sets up necessary supplies and instruments for each case. Anticipates surgical team needs and assists with surgical case counts in accordance with policy. Monitors for and addresses breaks in sterile technique to ensure patient safety. Collaborates with team members to deliver efficient, safe, and intraoperative and postoperative care.
Essential Functions
Demonstrates scrub competency and adheres to aseptic technique for all age groups.
Prepares, drapes, and assists in positioning patients and operative areas.
Assists surgeons during procedures, anticipating needs and ensuring efficiency.
Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy.
Manages and cares for surgical specimens, cultures, and medications in the sterile field.
Reviews and obtains necessary supplies, sets up and restocks operating rooms, and assists with turnover between procedures.
Maintains a clean, safe, and infection-controlled environment, following all safety and regulatory guidelines.
Assists with orientation and instruction of new personnel and participates in quality improvement activities.
Documents and communicates relevant patient information, collaborating with the RN and surgical team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area
Experience Requirement 0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
Certifications & Licensures Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery - Certified (Surgery TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing, Basic Life Support (BLS)
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) B.
Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) C.
Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time) D.
Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) E.
Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) G.
Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) H.
Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I.
Working in confined spaces: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) J.
Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) K.
Job-related travel: 1. Never L.
Loud noises: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) M.
Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N.
Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) O.
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) P.
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) Q.
Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) R.
Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) S.
Recombinant
DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never T.
Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U.
Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e.
Occasional,
Intermittent or
Regular): N/A
Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.
Requires a high school diploma and vocational training in a technical area with 0-2 years of clinical experience. Must hold active certifications such as CST, Surgery TS-C, or an RN license, along with BLS certification.
Market context
Kentucky nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can step into school, pediatric, or long-term care settings and handle routine care with confidence. These roles can be competitive because an active Kentucky LPN license, current CPR/BLS, and comfort with complex medical needs are often expected, while the benefits package may include paid holidays, personal time, sick time, and a 401(k) match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license and certification status before applying.
