RN FIRST ASSISTANT

McDonough District Hospital; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 52,279 - 83,647; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

457B and employer match

Company paid STD and LTD

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Macomb, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant to assist in surgical operations. The role requires a current RN license and at least two years of peri-operative experience. Responsibilities include conducting pre-operative assessments and providing postoperative care. Candidates must possess respective certifications like CPR, ACLS, and CNOR, ensuring quality patient care. This is a full-time, entry-level position offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required.
• Two years of peri-operative experience required.
• Must maintain CPR and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in performing operations.
• Conduct pre-operative assessments.
• Evaluate post-operative care for patients.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical anatomy knowledge

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Clerical perception

Education

Current RN license

2 years' peri-operative experience

CPR certification

ACLS certification

CNOR certification

Job description

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrates proficiency in the scrub and circulating roles. Demonstrates knowledge of skill in applying principles of aseptic technique. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique related to first assisting. Demonstrates ability to perform effectively and harmoniously as a member of the operative team. Demonstrates ability to recognize safety hazards and to initiate appropriate preventive and corrective actions. Demonstrates skill in the following inter-operative nursing behavior: handling tissue, using instruments, providing exposure, and providing hemostasis.

• Expected pay for this position is $37.95-$60.72. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
• MDH Benefits package includes:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 457B and employer match
  • Company paid STD and LTD
• Job Summary
  • To carry out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. The RNFA practices peri-operative nursing and is therefore responsible for independent nursing behaviors of pre-operative assessment and post-operative evaluation of care. The RNFA is one who performs as a first or second assistant on any surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon. The RNFA does not function as a scrub nurse.
• Job Specifications
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Current RN license, 2 years' peri-operative experience, maintain CPR certification and/or ACLS certification, maintain CNOR certification, additional education specific for RNFA, which includes a supervised clinical component.

ABILITIES, INTERESTS AND TEMPERAMENTS

• Verbal ability is needed to interpret and understand the physician's orders and communicate with other care givers regarding care of the patient, as well as to present educational information to patients, staff, and the public as needed.
• Numerical ability is needed to ensure correct dosages of medication.
• Clinical perception is needed to assess patient and correctly interpret data.
• Clerical perception is needed to verify correct transcription of physician's orders.
• Finger dexterity is needed for, but not limited to, handling medical equipment, starting IVs and giving IM medications, assembling IV lines, and performing various physical exams.
• The ability to develop a plan of care and follow through.
• A preference for scientific and technical activities is required to set up and adapt medical equipment to the patient's needs and apply the physiological effects of the therapy and procedures to the patient's clinical state.
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills to assess the situation and alter nursing care plan as needed.
• A preference for the use of processes and techniques is necessary to follow nursing policies and procedures to ensure standard of care.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize during emergency situations.
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of patients of all populations (e.g. developmentally appropriate care, cultural diversity, patients with pain, victims of abuse or neglect, and procedure‑specific cases such as patients with congestive heart failure or cesarean delivery).

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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