RN First Assistant

RN First Assistant
Indianapolis, United States, 46290
4 Contractor Onsite positions

Experience: 2 Years
Department: IP Surgery Cardiac CTOR

Shift Timings: 06:30 - 17:00 (Monday to friday)-4 Days-10 hours

Per Week: 40 Hours
First Assist in Surgery, EVH experience required, 4 10/hour shifts/week, rotating days, rotating schedules, call required. 30 minute response time for call.


Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.

• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
• Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.