Perioperative RN First Assistant – Main OR

Mercy Co; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant for the Main OR to support perioperative patient care. You will apply nursing process, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with other departments to coordinate care.

Requirements include an active RN license in the state, at least 1 year in perioperative nursing, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. CNOR or RN-FA certification is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year perioperative nursing experience.
• BLS/ACLS required within first year.
• CNOR and/or RN-First Assistant certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
• Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Nursing process

Perioperative nursing

Team coordination

Confidentiality

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant for the Main OR to support perioperative patient care. You will apply nursing process, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with other departments to coordinate care.

Requirements include an active RN license in the state, at least 1 year in perioperative nursing, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. CNOR or RN-FA certification is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.