RN - First Assistant Center For Performance Medicine

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Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Mercy Center for Performance Medicine Surgery Center

Registered Nurse First Assistant - RNFA

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Overview:

The Mercy Center for Performance Medicine Outpatient Surgery Center provides state-of-the-art surgical care for patients across a wide range of specialties. The center features 10 operating rooms, 2 minor procedure rooms, and 1 cystoscopy suite , making it one of the largest outpatient surgery centers in the United States. Each space is equipped with the latest advanced technology to support high-quality patient care.

Surgical specialties offered include orthopedics, urology, plastic surgery, neurosurgery, and general surgery , ensuring comprehensive treatment options for diverse patient needs.

In addition to its operating rooms, the center includes a fully integrated surgical support environment with its own pre- and post-operative areas, PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit), 23-hour observation unit, sterile processing department (SPD), and supply chain services .

Team members at the center benefit from an exceptional work-life balance, with no weekends, no holidays, and no on-call requirements , creating a supportive and highly desirable work environment.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Licensure

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of perioperative nursing experience required.
• Experience in an ambulatory surgery center setting preferred.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within the first year of employment.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within the first year of employment.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• RN First Assistant (RNFA) course completion and/or certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrates ongoing competency in perioperative nursing practice and first assisting activities.
• Maintains current knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic technique, and patient safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.