CM: Perioperative Nursing
CM-02: Scrub Role
No.
Competency Item
NAC
DEV
COM
DTE
EXC
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to carry out the requirements of the perioperative scrub role:
CM-02-01
apply strict sterile technique
CM-02-02
provide the surgical team with instrumentation and supplies
CM-02-03
anticipate the needs of the surgical team
CM-02-04
ensure safety and security of the client throughout the procedure.
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform the competencies of the scrub role such as:
CM-02-05
perform surgical scrub procedures
CM-02-06
perform client safety checks
CM-02-07
check case cart / supplies
CM-02-08
ensure equipment / instrumentation is available, set up, and in good repair
CM-02-09
prepare client skin prior to procedure
CM-02-10
prepare efficient sterile set-up
CM-02-11
drape client for procedure
CM-02-12
knowledge of sequence of events of surgery
CM-02-13
anticipate needs of surgeon
CM-02-14
organize and handle sutures, needles, and staples
CM-02-15
manipulate and hand instruments to surgeon and assistants
CM-02-16
sponge, suction, and retract incision as directed
CM-02-17
observe for inadvertent breaks in appropriate technique
CM-02-18
assist with corrective action if necessary
CM-02-19
identify specimens to circulating personnel and type of testing required
CM-02-20
when possible, anticipates unexpected or adverse events and takes action
CM-02-21
handle and prepare medications and contrasts for administration to the client
CM-02-22
participate in handling and counting of instruments and supplies
CM-02-23
ensure appropriate surgical procedure documentation is in place
CM-02-24
assist with skin closure and apply sterile dressing as necessary.