Operating Room RNFA - First Assist, San Luis Obispo

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403b retirement plan

Life insurance

Sick pay

Job summary

Adventist Health in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) to support surgeons in the operating room. The role requires an RN license in the state, an RNFA course, and at least three years of OR nursing experience.

The position begins ASAP and is ongoing as staff employment. The RNFA will work under the privileges established through Medical Staff credentialing and will be represented by CNA.

Qualifications

• ASN required.
• RNFA course completion required.
• Three years of OR nursing experience required.
• Start credentialing through Medical Staff after acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Is competent to expose the surgical wound intraoperatively under the surgeon's supervision and uphold aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
• Is competent to provide hemostasis intraoperatively and care for the surgical wound under supervision.
• Is capable of safe handling and disposal of biohazardous materials from operative procedures and accessing facility information systems for relevant patient data.
• Demonstrates knowledge to fulfill responsibilities related to patient safety, emergency preparedness, hazardous materials, life safety, and equipment as per the environment of care plan.
• Documents tissue handling and maintains tissue logs per manufacturer guidelines; prioritizes tasks effectively.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

RN First Assist

Operating Room RN

Surgical asepsis

Education

ASN (Associate Degree in Nursing)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

RNFA course

Job description

Adventist Health in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) to support surgeons in the operating room. The role requires an RN license in the state, an RNFA course, and at least three years of OR nursing experience.

The position begins ASAP and is ongoing as staff employment. The RNFA will work under the privileges established through Medical Staff credentialing and will be represented by CNA.