RN First Assistant - OR in Level I Trauma/Burn Center | $10K Sign-On

Mercy; Spanish Lake (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis Hospital is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant to join the Main Operating Room in a Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center setting. This full-time role offers two patient-care teams and opportunities to work with top Surgeons.

You will provide perioperative nursing support, coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, and maintain patient rights and safety. A 1-year perioperative background and active RN licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1 year perioperative nursing experience.
• BLS/ACLS certification within first year; CNOR/RNFA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care.
• Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mercy mission and Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

RN First Assistant

Perioperative nursing

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Active RN licensure in the state of practice

Job description

Mercy St. Louis Hospital is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant to join the Main Operating Room in a Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center setting. This full-time role offers two patient-care teams and opportunities to work with top Surgeons.

You will provide perioperative nursing support, coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, and maintain patient rights and safety. A 1-year perioperative background and active RN licensure are required.