Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Northshore Home Health Care; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) at Northshore Home Health Care provides intraoperative patient care as part of the surgical team, collaborating with surgeons during procedures in the operating room. You will deliver intraoperative care, perform pre-surgical assessments, and modify care plans based on patient response.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, quality, and professional development in orthopedics and neuro spine procedures, with no call or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• 2-5 years of experience required.
• First Assistant and CNOR certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs focused preoperative assessments and assists during surgeries.
• Monitors patient response, administers medications, and manages perioperative care plans.
• Contributes to team efficiency and upholds safety and quality standards.
• Provides leadership within the perioperative setting and supports patient education.

Skills

RN license

2-5 years experience

First Assistant certification

CNOR certification

Strong clinical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

RN license

CNOR certification

First Assistant certification

Job description

Role

The Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) provides intraoperative patient care as part of the surgical team, collaborating with surgeons during procedures in the operating room.

Responsibilities

Performs focused preoperative assessments, assists during surgeries, monitors patient response, administers medications, develops and manages perioperative care plans, and evaluates patient progress. Contributes to team efficiency, ensures safety and quality, and participates in professional development and patient education. Advocates for patient safety and ethical practice, providing leadership within the perioperative setting.

Qualifications

Requires an RN license, 2-5 years of experience, and certification as a First Assistant and CNOR. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. The role necessitates strong clinical skills, teamwork, and adherence to professional standards.

Key Duties

Deliver intraoperative care, perform pre-surgical assessments, collaborate with the surgical team, modify care plans based on patient response, and support ongoing professional growth. The position involves neuro-specific surgery in orthopedics and neuro spine procedures, with no call or weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and additional support services.