RN, First Assistant

Description Organizes and facilitates the patient while in the Operating Room (OR). Coordinates the overall care of patient between surgeon, anesthesiologist and room staff. Functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted. Participates in preoperative assessment and planning for selected surgical patients in collaboration with the healthcare team members in the preoperative location. Regularly demonstrates subject matter expertise regarding medication, treatment and patient care standards. Requirements 10 hours Mid shift. 0630-5pm. Call Schedule - Weekday end if shift till 11pm at least 1 day a week. At least 1 continuous weekend (Friday-Monday 6:30 am) per 6 week period.Education and Work Experience:Completion of an RNFA program that meets AORN standards: RequiredTwo years' perioperative nursing experience: PreferredLicenses/Certifications:Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: RequiredCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) certification in the state of practice: PreferredCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification?or?Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: RequiredCertified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification: RequiredPediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Status (PEARS)/Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: PreferredAssociation of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) membership: PreferredFacility Specific License/Certifications:Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: RequiredAHA-ACLS or ARC-ALS: Required #J-18808-Ljbffr