Neurology Brain & Spine Nurse | First Assist in OR

CO03 Southern Illinois Medical Services NFP; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) seeks a Nurse First Assistant to support physicians in the office setting. You will assess patient needs, provide patient education, and assist during procedures.

Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, an Illinois RN license, and BLS certification. Responsibilities include room setup, stocking, and assisting surgeons in the OR as needed.

Compensation is commensurate with experience, $27.50–$43.18 per hour. For benefits details, visit the SIH Careers portal.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan patient care needs.
• Assist physician in office setting.
• Set up, stock and clean patient rooms as needed.
• First Assist: assist the operating surgeon during surgical procedures.
• First Assist: collaborate with physicians for efficient use of OR suites.

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Illinois Registered Nurse License

BLS Certification

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) seeks a Nurse First Assistant to support physicians in the office setting. You will assess patient needs, provide patient education, and assist during procedures.

Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, an Illinois RN license, and BLS certification. Responsibilities include room setup, stocking, and assisting surgeons in the OR as needed.

Compensation is commensurate with experience, $27.50–$43.18 per hour. For benefits details, visit the SIH Careers portal.