RN First Assistant- Full Time- Variable

Providence • Orange, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon, the RN First Assistant (RNFA) provides intra-operative assistance, including controlling bleeding, providing wound exposure, suturing, and performing other surgical tasks using nursing and medical functions. The RNFA helps ensure patients have a safe operative experience. Using specific knowledge, skills, and judgment, the RNFA performs these functions in accordance with the California Board of Registered Nursing requirements for an RN as First Assistant to the Surgeon and the standardized procedure outlined in St. Joseph Hospital policies and procedures.

The role is at St. Joseph Hospital of Orange. Providence describes its culture as patient-focused, whole-person care based on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect, and emphasizes empowering caregivers.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited RNFA course.
• Completion of established hours and cases of the RNFA program.
• California Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
• Three years of experience scrubbing and circulating as an RN in the operating room.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the operating surgeon during the intra-operative phase under the surgeon’s direct supervision.
• Help control bleeding and provide wound exposure.
• Suture and perform other surgical tasks using nursing and medical functions.
• Help provide patients with a safe operative experience.
• Perform RNFA functions in accordance with California Board of Registered Nursing requirements and St. Joseph Hospital policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed