RN First Assistant (FA) - OR
Henry Ford Hospital•Rochester, MI
23d•Onsite
About The Position
Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.
Requirements
- BLS Provider
- Certified Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Registered Nurse
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing
- Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years FA experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
- Implement physicians's 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
