Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Position Overview: Functions as a perioperative team member and uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the results of patient care, under the direct supervision of the surgeon. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice. Additional Requirements: EDUCATION: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. * Completion of an accredited RNFA program * Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: * RN-Registered Nurse of California * BLS and ACLS * RFNA-Registered First Nurse Assistant * CNOR-Certified Operating Room TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: * Minimum of 2 years of operating room experience with surgical scrub and/or circulating duties SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology. * Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations. * Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. * Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record * Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. * Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. * Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. * Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI). * Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 10 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $72.96 to $98.71 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.