RN First Assist, Surgery/Operating Room, 7a-7p

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Indiana is seeking a qualified RN First Assist. The role requires assisting surgeons with tasks such as surgical site exposure, hemostasis, and suturing. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and relevant certifications. This is a vital surgical support role that requires at least one year of RN experience. Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• One year RN experience required.
• RNAS-C and CRNFA certification or equivalent required.
• Three years of RN experience in surgical services desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical tasks under surgeon supervision.
• Provide surgical site exposure and handle tissues.
• Manage wounds and provide suturing as needed.

Skills

Surgical site exposure

Hemostasis

Suturing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

The RN First Assist is a specially trained individual who under the supervision/delegation of a surgeon, may perform tasks to include but not limited to the following: using instruments and medical devices, providing surgical site exposure, handling and/or cutting tissue, providing hemostasis, suturing, and wound management.

Qualifications

Required:

• One year RN experience
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• RNAS-C (Registered Nurse Assistant at Surgery–Certified) & CRNFA (Certified Registered Nurse First Assist) OR Hold and maintain a certification by one (1) of the following: The National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) OR The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) AND Demonstrate State Certification as Applicable (Required in KY, not IN)

Desired:

• Three years of RN experience in surgical services