Ot Nurse

1.   SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES Performs antiseptic surgical scrub, puts on the gown and gloves according to established protocols Positions  patient properly for the procedure Checks patient's ID bracelet and verifies with patient Checks patient's medical record to ensure: Operative consent is signed, preoperative medication is given, laboratory reports available, allergies documented, prostheses removed, vital signs taken, and examination reports in the file (ECG, chest Rx .. ..) Transfers the patient to the operating table and ensures the pressure on the different regions is minimized Applies restraints to immobilize patient on the operating table Practices the surgical scrub hand washing in line with approved procedure Ensures the cleanliness of the equipment while giving them to the surgeon Shares relevant patient information with the anesthetist, surgeon and other team members. Places the surgical equipment, sets other devices appropriately Checks if the surgical site is marked Counts equipment, gauze / lawn, needles, abdominal pads, with the scrub nurse: before, while & after the surgery by signing the specific checklist.  Records the appropriate information in the OR Nursing sheet. Completes forms for laboratory requests and send the samples as indicated. Maintains the operating room, clean and tidy to ensure a safe and hygienic environment. Notifies staff of the recovery room or any other unit of the expected arrival of the patient. Helps clean the equipment and dispose linen once the operation is completed Coordinates disinfecting the room in preparation for the next procedure  Manages OR Schedule, report to Charge nurse for equipment orders, pharmacy supply, etc … Reports incidents and complications secondary to drug interactions/ errors Ensures that the documentation is complete  in the OR Nursing sheet   Documents & registers all materials & drugs used during the operation on specific checklists. Ensuring shortage of materials right after the end of the surgery. Abides by the Infection control and Safety rules Follows ICRC OT policies and  procedures  2.   GENERAL DUTIES Understands the three components of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement Applies the security rules at all times Respects and observes staff regulations of the ICRC in the hospital Performs duties and tasks not covered in this job description Provides support to other departments when necessary Minimum required knowledge & experience: Professional diploma in Nursing: B.S, L.T, T.S 2 - 3 years work experience in similar function Good knowledge of spoken and written English Good computer skills