RN First Assist, Operating Room (FT Days / 12's) KH Main

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN First Assist for their Operating Room. This full-time role involves assisting surgeons with various surgical tasks and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates will have a current RN license in Ohio, possess at least 24 months of experience in an operating room, and have completed an approved RNFA course. Join a team committed to providing high-quality care and transforming the healthcare experience for patients in southwest Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Ohio and 24 months of OR experience required.
• Completion of an approved RNFA course and BLS certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in surgery and perform significant surgical tasks.
• Apply and remove splints, place IVs, and administer local anesthesia.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Care

Anesthesia Administration

IV Placement

Education

RN License in Ohio

RNFA Course Completion

BLS Certification

Job description

RN First Assist, Operating Room (FT Days / 12's) KH Main

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Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Assists physicians in surgery and may perform specific significant surgical tasks under professional supervision.
• Surgical tasks include, but are not limited to, opening and closing surgical sites, exposure of the surgical site, harvesting grafts, dissecting tissue, removing tissue, implanting devices, and altering tissues.
• Under professional supervision, the RNFA performs tasks such as applying and removing splints and/or casts, placing Foley catheters, IVs, arterial lines, administering local anesthesia, and other procedures as requested.

Applicants Must Have

• Current RN license in the State of Ohio
• Minimum of 24 months RN experience in an OR
• Successful completion of an approved RNFA course
• Current BLS certification
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS as determined by unit scope of practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Achievement of CNOR certification, CRNA preferred

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care