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

Henry Ford Health System; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Surgical Nurse to assist in various surgical procedures. This role involves providing direct support to surgeons, ensuring patient comfort and safety, and implementing physician orders for optimal surgical outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing with a focus on surgical assistance, and will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Join a team that values excellence in patient care and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Implement visualization techniques for the operative site.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Position patients for optimal exposure during surgery.

Skills

Patient Assistance

Surgical Procedures Support

Hemostasis Techniques

Education

Diploma from accredited nursing school

Tools

Stabilizing Equipment

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• 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

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals


• Department: Surgery 001


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable