RN FIRST ASSISTANT CARDIAC

Direct Staffing Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing organization is looking for an RN First Assistant Cardiac in St. Louis, Missouri. The position involves supporting surgical teams by assisting surgeons during operations, ensuring patient safety and proper care. With a focus on maintaining hemostasis and initiative in surgical settings, candidates are preferred with cardiac and perioperative experience, along with an RN license. This role requires excellent communication and collaboration skills within surgical teams.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience required.
• Cardiac experience is mandatory.
• Previous perioperative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during surgical procedures.
• Maintain hemostasis and assist with wound closure.
• Help assess patient needs and positioning.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy

CPR certification

Surgical assistance

Education

RN licensure in Missouri

BSN, BA or BS in related field

CNOR (Certified Nurse of the Operating Room)

Job description

Job Description

RN FIRST ASSISTANT CARDIAC

St. Louis Missouri

Exp 1-2 yrs

Deg Bachelors

Relo

RNFA Cardio

The RNFA supports the operating room by assisting the surgeon during surgical intervention. The RNFA acts as the surgeon's assistant by applying traction or counter-traction as needed, helping to maintain hemostasis during surgery and assisting with wound closure at the completion of the surgical procedure. Demonstrates competencies of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act by practicing within established policies and practice guidelines.

Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy as related to a wide range of surgical procedures and follows Surgeons' orders in a proficient manner at all times.

Assists in assessing patient needs by communicating with the surgeon as to the nature of the surgery and what will be expected of the assistant.

Assists staff in patient transfer to the Operating Room table and aids in positioning. Stands in attendance for anesthesia and assists during induction as requested following established department and hospital procedures.

Assists Operating Room staff in checking and setting up special equipment in order to facilitate and expedite the surgical procedure per established procedures.

Qualifications

Qualifications

:

RN licensure in the State of Missouri required.

BSN, BA or BS in related field preferred.

CNOR (Certified Nurse of the Operating Room) preferred. Previous perioperative experience.

Cardiac experience required.

CPR certification.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc