RN First Assistant: Lead Perioperative Care

Progress West Hospital; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Progress West Hospital is seeking a qualified RN First Assistant to join our surgical team in O’Fallon, Missouri. The ideal candidate will have a Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a surgical setting. Responsibilities include providing intraoperative care as the first assistant, collaborating with the surgical team, and managing patient assessments. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment focused on professional development and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a surgical setting.
• Certified RN First Assistant or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to integrate ethical practices in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures as the first assistant.
• Conduct pre-operative nursing assessments and create care plans.
• Evaluate and monitor patient progress throughout surgery.
• Participate in continuous professional development and learning.
• Advocate for patient safety and ethical decision making in perioperative care.

Skills

Intraoperative patient care

Nursing assessment

Collaboration with surgical teams

Patient education

Ethical decision making

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Medical equipment familiarity

Job description

Progress West Hospital is seeking a qualified RN First Assistant to join our surgical team in O’Fallon, Missouri. The ideal candidate will have a Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a surgical setting. Responsibilities include providing intraoperative care as the first assistant, collaborating with the surgical team, and managing patient assessments. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment focused on professional development and patient-centered care.