Registered Nurse First Assistant

Variable (United States of America)

Registered Nurse First Assistant

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for the delivery of care utilizing the nursing process of assessing, collecting and documenting data in order to identify nursing diagnoses. Responsible for establishing, planning, implementing and evaluating individual patient care and discharge plans. Provides responsible and accountable nursing care based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by the American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Engages in collaborative relationships with peers and other professional disciplines, applies principles of leadership and assumes responsibility for professional growth and accountability.
- Currently licensed or eligible for RN licensure in State of Florida.
- Bachelor degree/diploma/associate degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Certified by the Association of Surgical Technologists or licensed as an RN, PA certificate, or MD licensure.
- Two years previous OR experience preferred
- Professionalism in interpersonal communication skills with patients, patient families, colleagues, physicians and ancillary department personnel.
- Personal professional development, accountability, organization and leadership in the performance of professional nursing practice.
- Certifications as required by individual unit/area.
- Good manual dexterity