Registered Nurse First Assist

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Surgical Department at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX. This full-time position focuses on providing direct support during surgical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Successful candidates will have a nursing diploma and required certifications. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and pro-rated paid time off. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care!

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.
• Advanced Life Support or BLS Provider certification required within specified time frames.
• Preferred certifications include RNFA and CCI.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to surgeons before, during, and after procedures.
• Position patients for optimal exposure and safety.
• Implement physician's orders for the operative site visualization.
• Assist with body plane closure and wound dressing.

Skills

Patient positioning

Surgical assistance

Hemostasis techniques

Wound dressing application

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Surgery

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Provide direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.

• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Implement physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Registered Nurse specializing in Operating Room credentialed from the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) preferred.
• Certified Registered Nurse specializing in First Assistant credentialed from the National Assistant at Surgery Certification preferred.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

What Additional Preferences We’re Seeking

RNFA cert required

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