Surgical Tech - First Assist

Hospital Sisters Health System - Corporate • Springfield, IL

74d • $31 - $46

About The Position

The RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) is responsible for assisting the surgeon in performing safe operations with optimal results for the patient. This role involves practicing peri-operative nursing, which includes independent nursing behaviors of peri-operative assessment and post-operative evaluation of care. The intra-operative practice of the RNFA is inter-departmental with the surgeon.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• First Assist experience is preferred.
• Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) certification is required for colleagues hired after April 24, 2024.
• Successful completion of an RNFA program is required for colleagues hired after April 24, 2024.
• In lieu of CNOR certification/RNFA program, an RN with Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA) certification and at least 2 years of OR experience as a first assist is acceptable, with the understanding that the colleague will obtain CNOR certification and enter an RNFA program within 6 months of eligibility.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a surgical setting as a first assist.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during operations to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
• Perform peri-operative assessments and post-operative evaluations of care.
• Collaborate with surgical teams and other departments during procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits up to $4,000 each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance providing financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program.
• ID theft coverage and colleague rewards and recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees