RN - OR

Surgical Assistant

Functions as Surgical First or Second Assistant to the surgeon for complex and basic operative or invasive procedures. Responsible for performing a variety of procedures or may specialize in a surgical specialty where appropriate. Performs responsibilities of a Surgical Technologist if required but preferably not simultaneously while functioning as first assist. Facility is a Level III Trauma Center and Level III NICU with Magnet Designation and a Primary Stroke Center. Patient types include Neuro/ENT, Orthopedic, General, Vascular, Laparoscopic, General Oncology, Genitourinary (GU), Gynecology (GYN), and Robots. Candidate must have a strong background and familiarity with specific procedures, especially for Vascular, Robots, and ENT. Support on the unit includes Charge Nurse, Leads, and Supervisors. Charting system in use is EPIC. Cross-trained to all Main OR specialties and Urology center. Variable start times for Day shift range between 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM. Holiday work expectations may be variable. Surgical scrubs are provided. Scrub caps are allowed but must be covered by a surgical bouffant. Free parking is available. Food options include a Starbucks and cafeteria on campus.