RN FIRST ASSISTANT Operating Room (40 HR Day Shift, (7am-3:30pm, 7am-5:30pm, on call) Jeanes Campus

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs role of surgical assistant for a variety of surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending surgeon. Performs role of circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse when required. Assesses patient status, maintains a safe care environment, manages equipment use and delegates/directs care provided by Surgical Technologists and other support personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing Required
• Graduate of accredited school of Nursing; successful completion of additional educational preparation specific to the role of the RNFA including a supervised clinical component. Required
• 3 years experience in a perioperative RN role (Required) Required
• General Experience demonstrating skills in intraoperative nursing behaviors - handling tissue, using instruments, providing exposure, providing hemostasis. Required
• Basic Life Support Required
• Certified Nurse Operating Room Required
• PA Registered Nurse License Required
• Multi State Compact RN License Required Or

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Preferred
• Certified First Assistant Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs role of surgical assistant for a variety of surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending surgeon.
• Performs role of circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse when required.
• Assesses patient status
• Maintains a safe care environment
• Manages equipment use
• Delegates/directs care provided by Surgical Technologists and other support personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time