OT Nurse – Health

Responsible for:

1.    Surgical Assistance:

• Provide nursing assistance in the operating theatre for CEmONC procedures, including cesarean sections, laparotomies, and other obstetric and gynecological surgeries.
• Prepare the operation theatre before surgeries, ensuring sterility and equipment readiness.
• Assist the surgeon during operations by passing instruments, maintaining sterility, and ensuring seamless surgical workflows.

2.    Pre- and Post-Operative Care:

• Prepare patients for surgery by conducting physical exams, checking vitals, and explaining the procedure to patients and families.
• Monitor post-operative patients in the recovery area, ensuring vital signs are stable and addressing any complications.
• Support post-operative documentation and discharge processes.

3.    Emergency Preparedness:

• Be available for emergency surgeries and on-call duties as per the roster.
• Facilitate referrals and transportation of critical cases to tertiary health facilities when needed.

4.    Equipment and Inventory Management:

• Ensure all surgical tools and equipment are sterilized and functional.
• Maintain an adequate stock of OT supplies, including medications, sutures, and sterilization materials.

5.    Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of surgical procedures and patient progress.
• Assist in preparing periodic reports and updates for management or funding bodies.

6.     Team Coordination:

• Collaborate with doctors, anesthetists, and other nurses to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes.
• Provide support to other healthcare providers in emergency situations.

7.    Training and Development:

• Participate in regular capacity-building sessions to stay updated on surgical and nursing best practices.
• Mentor junior staff and support skill-sharing initiatives.

8.    Other Duties:

• Perform additional tasks assigned by the line manager or supervisor.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all healthcare team members and stakeholders.

Activities:

• Conduct a physical examination on the patient.
• Take detailed patient histories.
• Listen to patients and analyze their physical and emotional needs
• Provide counseling and health care education to patients
• Coordinate care with other health care providers and specialists
• Stay current with advances in health care options, medications, and treatment plans
• Draw blood, and perform other health-related testing
• Check a patient’s vital signs