PCT position in the OR

[MzTayTay]

Hi everyone. Im a first semester nursing student in an ADN program in MO. Im came realize early on that I learn slower than others at hands on tasks and that I needed to get a pct or student nurse job to gain experience that would reinforce what I learn at school. I have a received a call back for a tech position at a local children's hospital. Its in the OR. Can any of you OR nurses or techs enlighten me on what OR techs do?

[AlmostThere2011]

Well at the OR I did my summer course at, the techs were go-for's. Finding equipment, tracking down supplies... whatever. If you're in holding, you might just be helping people to the bathroom and finding supplies. If you're in the PACU you will actually be taking vitals and doing pt care and probably tracking down supplies. It depends on what you mean by OR. Usually if it is holding or surgery suites, you will be doing a lot of running around trying to find stuff and going to Central Sterile to grab carts and other supplies. All other areas of pt care in this area require some kind of licensure or certification. I loved being in the OR! It is a really great experience, and it is unlike any other part of the hospital. Hopefully your hospital has a great team. Sometimes staff (especially surgeons) can be rude, but if you have a good team it is absolutely the most wonderful and fun place to be. Good luck!!

[MzTayTay]

Thanks! Im nervous but this helps!