Perioperative RN First Assistant — Main OR

Mercy Co; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant for the Main OR. This role utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and supports perioperative teams to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have RN licensure in Missouri, a nursing program graduate, at least 1 year perioperative nursing experience, and BLS/ACLS certification within the first year. CNOR and RN-First Assistant are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensure: Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 1 year perioperative nursing experience.
• Certifications: BLS/ACLS required within first year.
• Other: Demonstrates continued competence in assisting and in perioperative nursing.
• Preferred: CNOR certification and/or RN-First Assistant certification class 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.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant for the Main OR. This role utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and supports perioperative teams to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have RN licensure in Missouri, a nursing program graduate, at least 1 year perioperative nursing experience, and BLS/ACLS certification within the first year. CNOR and RN-First Assistant are preferred.