RN First Assistant - OR - Full Time - Days

RN First Assistant

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Schedule: 7am-7:30pm, 36 hours/week

Department: Operating Room

Hospital: Henry Ford Rochester

Location: Rochester, MI

General Summary:

• Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Implements physicians' orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.

Licensure/Certification(s) Required:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Current ACLS or obtain within six (6) months.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education/Experience Required:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.
• 1-2 years FA experience preferred.