First Assistant RN

RNFA - RN First Assistant

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

As a First Assistant Registered Nurse, you'll support physicians in clinic, hospital, and OR settings to provide top-tier medical care. You will collaborate closely with both physicians and patients in clinical and hospital settings to ensure excellent care. Your duties will cover the entire patient treatment process, from before to after surgery.

• You'll carry out pre-surgical evaluations and focused nursing assessments, and issue pre-operative orders by following established procedures.
• You'll play a crucial role in patient care planning, by interacting and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
• One main responsibility is assisting surgeons during operations. This includes handling instruments, providing exposure, cutting tissue, ensuring hemostasis, and suturing tissues.
• After surgeries, you'll help manage patients with other healthcare professionals.
• Assisting with patient discharge and coordinating with community resources when needed is another key aspect of this role.

• Effective communication abilities.
• In-depth understanding of operating room proceedings.
• Ability to collaborate efficiently with all hospital departments.
• Detailed knowledge about patient procedures in a clinic environment.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively with all office staff members.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Nursing program.
• A minimum of (2) two years of previous experience in nursing.
• 2yr or more of RNFA experience. CVOR experience highly preferred.
• The candidate must be a Registered Nurse
• The ideal candidate should possess RN-First Assistant certification, demonstrating their proficiency in aiding with surgical procedures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed within 30 days of hire

Baylor University Medical Center