Operating Room - Cardiac - Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) - Registered Nurse, 2, Inpatient

University of Rochester•Rochester, NY

3d•$40 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Level II Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards. The Level II Registered Nurse contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. The Level II Registered Nurse supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities. Schedule Perdiem positions available, D/E, 8/10/12 hour shifts. Rotating evening call. No weekends or holidays.

Requirements

NYS Registered Professional Nurse license is required.
CNOR certification is required.
Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant course is required.
Requires a Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State RN license in good standing.
Applicants will have a minimum of 6-12 months of RN experience.

Nice To Haves

Must be proficient in perioperative nursing practice - preferred cardiac scrubbing and circulating experience.
Vein harvesting experience required.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the surgeon and assists the surgical team in performing cardiac operations with optimal patient outcomes.
Role includes the performance of OR staff RN duties when not assigned in RNFA role.
Assumes the charge nurse role, actively participates in unit/service activities, supports co-workers, and assesses unit needs.