Registered Nurse - First Assistant - Operating Room - 36 hours - Day Shift

Henry Ford Health; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Novi, Michigan, is seeking a Surgical Assistant who will provide critical support to surgeons during procedures. Candidates must have a valid Registered Nurse credential from the Michigan Board of Nursing and complete necessary certifications including Advanced Life Support and BLS. This role emphasizes patient safety and comfort while assisting in various surgical techniques. Join a team at a hospital known for its state-of-the-art surgical services and specialized care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing required before hire.
• Advanced Life Support certification required within 6 months of hire.
• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Position patients for optimal exposure during surgery.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Perform hemostasis techniques and body closure.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Hemostasis techniques

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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 methods, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.

Education/Experience Required

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

Certification/Licensures Required

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan 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 required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. 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.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an RN First Assist Program
• 1 year of First Assist experience

About the Hospital

Henry Ford Providence Novi Hospital is a 277-bed facility offering advanced specialty care spanning cardiology, oncology, neuroscience, orthopedics, women’s services, and more, including treatment at its comprehensive stroke center and Level II trauma center. The hospital provides leading-edge treatments and technologies to address the diverse healthcare needs of the local community.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department: Surgery 001
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable