RN First Assistant

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, Massachusetts, is seeking an experienced RN to assist surgeons in the operating room. The role involves leading during operative procedures and offering nursing support in compliance with hospital policies.

This opportunity is ideal for RNs looking to become RNFA trained, as a reimbursable training program is available. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of peri-operative experience and hold necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Five years of diversified peri-operative nursing experience required.
• Current licensure as an RN in Massachusetts is required.
• Completion of an RN First Assisting course is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in a lead role during operative procedures.
• Adhere to organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in a training program to become RNFA certified if seeking certification.

Skills

Peri-operative nursing experience

Scrubbing proficiency

Circulating proficiency

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CNOR certification

Education

Graduate of an approved School of Nursing

Licensure as an RN in Massachusetts

Completion of RN First Assisting course

Job description

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Operating Room and within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures, responsible for assisting surgeon in lead role until the conclusion of the operative procedure.

This position is part of the Massachusetts Nurses Association Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

For RNs seeking to become RNFA trained and certified, a reimbursable training program is available. Full details of the training program and employment commitment will be provided.

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing required. Current licensure as an RN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
• Completion of an RN First Assisting course that conforms to the Core Curriculum set forth by AORN required.
• Five (5) years diversified peri-operative nursing experience with both scrubbing and circulating proficiency required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
• ACLS and CNOR certifications required.

With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Schedule: Day shift, includes rotating on-call requirement.

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.