First Assistant RN
Baylor Scott & White Health•Plano, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
As a First Assistant Registered Nurse, you'll support physicians in clinic, hospital, and OR settings to provide top-tier medical care. You will collaborate closely with both physicians and patients in clinical and hospital settings to ensure excellent care. Your duties will cover the entire patient treatment process, from before to after surgery.
Requirements
- Successful completion of a recognized Nursing program.
- A minimum of (2) two years of previous experience in nursing.
- 2yr or more of RN experience.
- The candidate must be a Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed within 30 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- First Assistant RN experience highly preferred.
- The ideal candidate should possess RN-First Assistant certification, demonstrating their proficiency in aiding with surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Carry out pre-surgical evaluations and focused nursing assessments, and issue pre-operative orders by following established procedures.
- Play a crucial role in patient care planning, by interacting and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
- Assisting surgeons during operations. This includes handling instruments, providing exposure, cutting tissue, ensuring hemostasis, and suturing tissues.
- After surgeries, you'll help manage patients with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisting with patient discharge and coordinating with community resources when needed is another key aspect of this role.
Benefits
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
