OR First Assistant Nurse (CNOR) - Surgical Support Pro

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) is seeking a Certified First Assistant to support surgeons during intraoperative procedures. The role requires an active Illinois RN license, CNOR certification, and at least two years of OR experience.

You will gown, glove, prep, drape, pass instruments, and assist in hemostasis under supervision. Compensation ranges from $40.35 to $63.55 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and active nursing license in Illinois.
• CNOR certification required for Certified First Assist role.
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience as prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon with gowning, gloving, prepping and draping.
• Position patient safely according to surgeon preferences and procedure.
• Pass instruments, assist with suturing and basic tasks.
• Provide exposure and assist in achieving hemostasis under surgeon supervision.
• Assist with tissue manipulation, implant/secure devices and drains.
• Perform layered closure of surgical sites as per surgeon preference.
• Apply dressings and splints specific to procedures.
• Assess skin integrity and assist patient transfer post-operation.
• Address special requests based on training and experience.

Skills

OR experience

Surgical assistance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Illinois RN License

CNOR certification

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) is seeking a Certified First Assistant to support surgeons during intraoperative procedures. The role requires an active Illinois RN license, CNOR certification, and at least two years of OR experience.

You will gown, glove, prep, drape, pass instruments, and assist in hemostasis under supervision. Compensation ranges from $40.35 to $63.55 per hour, commensurate with experience.