Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist - Surgery Shift

SSM Health; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

DailyPay

Job summary

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles is seeking an RN First Assist to join the surgical team.

You will provide direct assistance to surgeons before, during, and after procedures, position patients, and help achieve optimal visualization and hemostasis. The role requires at least two years of RN experience in a surgical specialty, completion of an RNFA program or RNFA equivalency for CRNFA, BLS, and Missouri RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Two years RN experience in an advanced surgical specialty.
• Completion of RNFA program or RNFA education equivalency for CRNFA.
• Current BLS HealthCare Provider certification.
• Missouri RN license/registration

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons before, during, and after procedures.
• Position patients for best exposure and assist with visualization; use instruments, sponges, suction, and irrigation.
• Assist with hemostasis and wound management; apply dressings and manage drains as needed.
• Apply evidence-based nursing practices based on patient age and clinical needs.
• Participate in on-call rotations (3–4 nights per month) including weekends and holidays.

Skills

RN experience

Team collaboration

Education

RN (Registered Nurse)

CRNFA RNFA equivalency

BLS HCP

Job description

It`s more than a career, it`s a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Unit/location: Registered Nurse - First Assist Certified - SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Orientation Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm. Schedule: Monday- Friday 10hour shift (6am-5pm). On-call responsibilities include 3-4 nights per month, with weekend and holiday call on a rotating schedule.

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

Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Implements physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation. Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis. Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department‘s scope of service. Completion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program or RNFA education equivalency for CRNFA

Two years‘ registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialty

Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Surgery

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave

we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.