RN / Registered Nurse First Assist / RNFA / FT / Days

UHS • Amarillo, TX

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a registered nurse with specialized education and technical skills who assists the surgeon with intraoperative procedures beyond the scope of practice of nurses without RNFA education and training. The RNFA may provide direct patient care preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively using the nursing process. During surgery, the RNFA works interdependently with the surgeon, applying the knowledge, skill, and judgment needed to support a safe operation and optimal patient outcomes. Cauterizing blood vessels may be performed as a delegated controlled act. The RNFA functions under the supervision of the Operating Room Supervisor and supports the organization’s Service Excellence culture and standards.

The RNFA develops, implements, and evaluates age-appropriate plans of care, promotes patient and workplace safety, assesses risks and applies appropriate precautions, and follows organizational and accrediting-agency standards. Nursing care is grounded in a patient-centered care delivery model. The position is based at Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a 495-bed healthcare system serving Amarillo and the surrounding region. The posting identifies the schedule as full-time, days.

Requirements

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.
• Graduate of a recognized RNFA program.
• Current ACLS certification upon hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that support operating-room team functioning.
• Professional manner, flexibility, sound judgment, and adaptability in decision-making, problem-solving, and team building.
• Demonstrated leadership skills that enhance team functioning in emergency situations.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain and enhance clinical competencies related to perioperative nursing and RNFA practice.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred; if not held, it must be obtained within six months of employment and maintained throughout employment.
• Ongoing CRNFA certification, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with specialized intraoperative procedures within RNFA training and scope.
• Provide direct patient care preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively using the nursing process.
• Work interdependently with the surgeon to support safe operations and optimal patient outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate plans of care, including clinical care and patient education.
• Assess patient safety risks and implement appropriate precautions.
• Provide a safe environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees.
• Follow organizational and accrediting-agency standards, including safety and injury-prevention standards.
• Maintain professional behavior when addressing issues or conflicts and use appropriate resources as needed.
• Practice Service Excellence standards with customer groups.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain and enhance perioperative nursing and RNFA competencies.
• Maintain ongoing CRNFA certification, if applicable.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Discounted stock plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Free basic life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed