RN-First Assist (H)
About The Position
This role provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during, and after surgical procedures at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis. The RN First Assist is responsible for supporting surgical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety, and assisting with various aspects of the operation from visualization of the operative site to wound closure and drainage system application. The position requires applying evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge to nursing care, ensuring it is delivered based on the patient's age-specific and clinical needs.
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
- State of Work Location: Missouri
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- 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
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
