RN First Assistant – Perioperative OR Excellence (Sign-On)

Direct Jobs; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Direct Jobs is seeking a dedicated RN First Assistant to provide surgical assistance at Memorial Hospital Belleville. This role involves direct patient care alongside surgeons, contributing to surgical team efficiency and ensuring high standards of care. The ideal candidate should have a Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree, be an RN, and possess 2-5 years of relevant experience. A Bachelor's degree and certifications like Certified First Assistant are preferred. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a $15,000 sign-on bonus for externals.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in a surgical environment.
• RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care as the first assistant during surgeries.
• Conduct pre-operative nursing assessments.
• Monitor patient responses and modify care plans as needed.
• Participate in professional development and learning opportunities.
• Advocate for patients' perioperative health safety.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Surgical assistance

Assessment and evaluation

Professional development

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Nursing Certification

Certified First Assistant

Job description

Direct Jobs is seeking a dedicated RN First Assistant to provide surgical assistance at Memorial Hospital Belleville. This role involves direct patient care alongside surgeons, contributing to surgical team efficiency and ensuring high standards of care. The ideal candidate should have a Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree, be an RN, and possess 2-5 years of relevant experience. A Bachelor's degree and certifications like Certified First Assistant are preferred. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a $15,000 sign-on bonus for externals.