RN - FA

Cynet HealthStaff; Mauston (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks an experienced RN-FA for a 6-month assignment in Wisconsin. The ideal candidate holds a current Wisconsin RN license, has OR/Surgical experience, and will obtain BLS certification within six months.

As the RN First Assistant, you will assist the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, and closure, prepare sterile supplies and drapes, help position the patient, and support the team under hospital policies to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related operating room/surgical experience preferred.
• Current RN license in Wisconsin.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant (RNFA) program or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, and closure during surgery.
• Prepare and organize sterile supplies, instruments, equipment, and drapes.
• Position the patient safely for procedures in accordance with policy.
• Support visualization and use appropriate techniques for hemostasis.
• Safely operate surgical tools and assist in wound closure and drainage.

Skills

OR experience

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Wisconsin RN license

BLS certification within 6 months

Graduate of accredited nursing program

RNFA program completion

Job description

RN - FA

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)

Duration: 6 months

Shift: Monday through Thursday

Hours per Shift: 7 am - 5:30 pm

Experience: 1+ years of related operating room/surgical experience preferred

License: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wisconsin

Certifications: BLS certification within 6 months of hire

Must-Have: Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Must-Have: Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant (RNFA) program or other recognized first-assisting education program

Description:The Registered Nurse First Assistant assists the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other technical tasks during surgery.This role ensures safety and optimal patient outcomes under the surgeon's supervision and in accordance with hospital policies.The RN First Assistant prepares and organizes sterile supplies, instruments, equipment, and drapes for surgical procedures.They assist the surgical team to position the patient for the surgical procedure in a manner that ensures a safe patient experience.This position provides visualization and utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.The RN First Assistant safely utilizes surgical equipment and supplies such as pneumatic tourniquets, electrocautery, and endoscopy equipment.They assist with the closure of body planes using appropriate techniques and apply appropriate wound dressing.Additionally, they assist in inserting and securing drainage systems to tissue and perform other duties as requested.Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail are required for this position.