First Assistant RN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to support physicians in the clinic, hospital, and OR settings. The RNFA will play a critical role in patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure top-tier medical care throughout the patient treatment process.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two years of RNFA experience, alongside the necessary nursing certifications. The position offers full-time hours with a schedule of M-F from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of previous nursing experience.
• Two years or more of RNFA experience; CVOR experience highly preferred.
• The candidate must be a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-surgical evaluations and focused nursing assessments.
• Assist surgeons during operations.
• Help manage patients with other healthcare professionals.
• Assist with patient discharge and coordinate with community resources.

Skills

Effective communication abilities

In-depth understanding of operating room proceedings

Ability to collaborate efficiently with all hospital departments

Detailed knowledge about patient procedures in a clinic environment

Proficiency in working collaboratively with all office staff members

Education

Successful completion of a recognized Nursing program

Registered Nurse certification

RN-First Assistant certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

The Heart Hospital - 1100 Allied Dr, Plano, 75093

Position

• RNFA - RN First Assistant

Schedule

Full-time, Days, M-F, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM; call 1-2 days per week and one weekend every 5 weeks.

Experience

2 years or more of RNFA experience. CVOR experience highly preferred.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As a First Assistant Registered Nurse, you’ll support physicians in clinic, hospital, and OR settings to provide top-tier medical care. You will collaborate closely with both physicians and patients in clinical and hospital settings to ensure excellent care. Your duties will cover the entire patient treatment process, from before to after surgery.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Carry out pre-surgical evaluations and focused nursing assessments, and issue pre-operative orders by following established procedures.
• Play a crucial role in patient care planning by interacting and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
• Assist surgeons during operations, including handling instruments, providing exposure, cutting tissue, ensuring hemostasis, and suturing tissues.
• After surgeries, help manage patients with other healthcare professionals.
• Assist with patient discharge and coordinate with community resources when needed.

Key Success Factors

• Effective communication abilities.
• In-depth understanding of operating room proceedings.
• Ability to collaborate efficiently with all hospital departments.
• Detailed knowledge about patient procedures in a clinic environment.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively with all office staff members.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Nursing program.
• A minimum of two years of previous nursing experience.
• Two years or more of RNFA experience; CVOR experience highly preferred.
• The candidate must be a Registered Nurse.
• Ideal candidate should possess RN-First Assistant certification, demonstrating proficiency in aiding with surgical procedures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed within 30 days of hire.