RN First Assist - Perioperative Leader & Mentor

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to provide perioperative care under the direction of the operating surgeon. The role requires an accredited surgical assistant program graduate, an Ohio RN license, RNFA certification, CRNA- or OR-certification, and BLS credentials.

A minimum of five years perioperative experience is preferred. The RNFA will assist with exposure, hemostasis, closure, and intraoperative tasks, while mentoring staff and promoting patient

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical assistant program.
• Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of Ohio.
• RN First Assist (RNFA) certification.
• Certified Nurse - OR.
• BLS – American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with intraoperative procedures and exposure.
• Maintain high intraoperative quality, infection control and patient safety.
• Apply advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and operative techniques.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and education to perioperative staff.

Skills

Perioperative care

Surgical assisting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to provide perioperative care under the direction of the operating surgeon. The role requires an accredited surgical assistant program graduate, an Ohio RN license, RNFA certification, CRNA- or OR-certification, and BLS credentials.

A minimum of five years perioperative experience is preferred. The RNFA will assist with exposure, hemostasis, closure, and intraoperative tasks, while mentoring staff and promoting patient