Registered Nurse - First Assist
SSM Health•Shawnee, OK
•Onsite
About The Position
Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.
Requirements
- Completion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program or RNFA education equivalency for CRNFA
- Two years' registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialty
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) OR Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State OR Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration OR Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)
Responsibilities
- Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
- Implements physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
- Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
- Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
- Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's scope of service.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Payment Options through DailyPay
- Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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