Registered Nurse First Assistant

Vito C Quatela MD PLLC•Rochester, NY

About The Position

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) exemplifies the attributes of a Lindsay House Surgery Center nurse and reflects the mission, vision, and values of the center. Adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and AAACH accreditation standards. The RNFA is a registered professional nurse who has completed an approved RNFA course and functions as a first assistant during surgical procedures in order to assist the surgeon. The RNFA is directly supervised by the surgeon and performs functions specifically identified and consistent with training received. Works in collaboration with the surgeon and health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Practices at the direction of the surgeon and does not concurrently function as a scrub person.

Requirements

RN Licensure from accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred
CNOR Certification
RNFA Certification
CPR | HCP
ACLS
Minimum 2 years as an RNFA specializing in plastic surgery required

Responsibilities

Demonstrates clinical expertise and in-depth knowledge in direct patient care activities
Integrates theoretical knowledge base and clinical expertise in decision making
Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective action
Performs preoperative patient assessment and teaching as required
Applies principles of asepsis and infection control in a skillful manner
Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology and operative technique relative to operative procedures
Performs positioning, prepping and draping of the patient including placement of urinary drainage catheter
Provides homeostasis by coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, handling and/or cutting tissue and by other means as directed by the surgeon
Provides exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning and sponging techniques
Performs wound closure as directed by the surgeon; sutures the subcutaneous tissue and skin
Applies surgical dressings and garments
Assists with transfer of the patient from the operating room
Assist with room turnover
Practices within limitations of preparation and experience
Will function in the scrub / circulator role when RNFA role is not needed
Physical ability to lift, push, pull and move at least 35 pounds
Maintains RNFA | CNOR certification
Maintains competency consistent with AORN's competency statements
Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation
Advocate for patients and their significant key others, co-workers, the community and the nursing profession
Consistently demonstrates accountability
Serves as subject matter expert | resource for OR staff members
Participates in formal and informal education of nursing and non-nursing personnel
Integrates research and recognized expert sources into practice and education of others
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others
Assumes a leadership role in professional activities
Collaborates with management in problem solving and decision making
Serves as a role model for "Patients First"
Patient care | age specific responsibilities and qualifications for young adults 17 and older
Participates in departmental quality monitoring program
Incorporates/recommends changes into practice

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
FSA- Flexible Spending Account
HSA – Health Savings Account
Life Insurance – Employer paid- 1.5x annual pay
Paid Family Leave
3-Weeks Paid Vacation annually
401k Safe Harbor Plan (after 60 days)
10 paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Work Anniversary Milestones- Employee Bonus -1 year/5 year/15 year/20 year/25 year
Quarterly Employee Feedback Survey