Registered Nurse - Pediatric Cardiac First Assistant

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading institution in patient care, education, and research. The Vanderbilt Pediatric Heart Institute, located at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, is a comprehensive center for diagnosing and treating congenital and childhood heart differences. This role involves assisting the surgeon in operative procedures, applying knowledge of surgical anatomy and technique, conducting pre-operative assessments, and maintaining a sterile environment. The position is within the Cardiac OR at MCJCHV.

Requirements

RN FA experience required preferably in a pediatric setting.
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
3 years relevant work experience
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others

Nice To Haves

preferably in a pediatric setting

Responsibilities

Assists the surgeon in the operative procedure.
Initiates appropriate intra operative behaviors unique to first assisting.
Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedures.
Conducts pre-operative assessment of patient needs, and family education.
Maintains a sterile environment.
Applies the nursing process in all facets of the nurse assistant role.
Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon in the operating room and throughout the perioperative period.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.