RN First Assistant - Open Heart Surgery
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Mercy Hospital is home to skilled, compassionate surgeons leading the way in cardiac care. Mercy Hospital has helped pioneer some of the nation's most innovative heart procedures, including robotic, minimally invasive, standard heart surgery and TAVR. By joining the Open Heart Surgery Team as an RN First Assistant, you assist in the provision of surgical nursing care and treatment to patients undergoing cardiac procedures. You will communicate with surgeons, other nurses, and caregivers in the Operating Room on patient status and next steps in the procedure. You will also assist with closing wounds, placing catheters, surgical prep, and scrubbing in. By taking on this opportunity, you will gain plenty of hands-on experience while working at one of the best places to receive healthcare. A caregiver in this position works varying days and hours between 6:30AM - 7:00PM, with on-call requirements.
Requirements
- Completion of a Registered Nurse First Assist course
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)
- Two years of current clinical experience in an operating room or perioperative area
Nice To Haves
- Trauma center experience
Responsibilities
- Assist in the provision of surgical nursing care and treatment of patients.
- Assess pre-operatively and post-operatively from phase II anesthesia recovery through discharge.
- Handle tissue, provide exposure, use instruments, suture, provide hemostasis, and close tissue and skin in an operative setting.
- Perform initial and ongoing nursing assessments.
- Administer medications and treatments.
- Establish coordinated plans of care.
- Monitor the progress of hospitalized patients and assist in discharge planning.
- Initiate CPR and other emergency measures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
