Travel Surgical Technologist
Charleston, SC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,453/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
- BLS
- State Licensure
- Job Summary: To provide safe care for patients following established standards and practices in accordance with professional and hospital standards.
- Assists in the coordination of patient care: Assists registered nurse in planning patient care. Collaborates with other health team members. Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Implements patient care: Creates and maintains asepsis. Performs scrubbing duties. Communicates patient information to the appropriate persons.
- Interpersonal skills: Communicates with peers, other health team members, patients, visitors. Maintains adaptability. Supports teamwork within the department and units.
- Clinical preceptor: Performs clinical preceptor role for scrubbing and follows orientation outline, collaborating with the patient care coordinator, educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist.
- Care of environment and equipment: Maintains cleanliness in unit. Maintains and cleans equipment.
- Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to provide patient care.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.
- Maintains and cleans equipment. Held responsible for the equipment use and care in which is used during the surgical case.
- Frequent standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, crouching, stooping.
- Frequent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
Employer
PRIDE Health
22 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Charleston, SC
As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.
- Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
- Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.
- Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.
- Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
- It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.
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