RN FIRST ASSIST PD

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical rehabilitation center in New Jersey is seeking an RN First Assist to work collaboratively with surgeons during operations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. This role demands strong communication skills and expertise in perioperative care. Qualified candidates must have completed an accredited RNFA program and hold a valid New Jersey RN license. A compelling compensation structure is offered starting at $51.12 hourly.

Qualifications

• New Jersey State Professional Registered Nurse License required.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the surgeon during operations for optimal outcomes.
• Assesses, plans, intervenes, and evaluates patient care.
• Maintains communication with nursing staff and other departments.
• Responsible for patient care preoperatively and postoperatively.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Graduate of accredited RNFA program

Job description

RN First Assist PD

RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER Borough of Red Bank, New Jersey

Overview

The RN First Assist collaborates with the surgeon or obstetrician and the health care team in performing a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. The RN first assistant practices perioperative nursing and must have acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and judgment specific to clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation of patient care are reflective of Policy and Procedure and Standard of Care, measured by complete and accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates the ability to care for patients by providing safe, direct patient care, demonstrating knowledge and competency in completing assigned tasks according to established standards and policies.
• Appropriately participates during crisis situations.
• Delegates tasks and assignments to appropriate staff within their scope of practice.
• Maintains ongoing communication with nursing staff, ancillary staff, other departments and physicians.
• Makes rounds and responds to patient/family requests for assistance in a timely manner.
• Teaches families and patients based on identified health needs.
• Participates in the improvement process of quality patient care.
• Postoperative Patient Care: The RNFA is responsible postoperatively for assisting in the safe delivery of the patient to the recovery room.
• Preoperative Patient Care: The RNFA is responsible preoperatively for interviewing the surgical patient for a comprehensive, health history.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Graduate of accredited RNFA program. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills.

Licenses and Certifications Required: NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Compensation

Minimum rate of $51.12 Hourly

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.