RN First Assistant - Shawnee Mission

adventhealth; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the perioperative team in Merriam, KS. You will oversee circulating and scrub roles, prepare the OR, and support surgeons and staff to ensure safe, efficient operating room care.

Requirements include an RN license, BLS, CNOR/CRNFA preferred, and 2+ years in a multi-specialty perioperative setting. This full-time position offers day shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• RN license required; BLS required.
• CNOR/CRNFA preferred.
• 2+ years perioperative experience in a multi-specialty setting.

Responsibilities

• Assure appropriate traffic control in the operating room.
• Initiate incident reporting mechanisms when indicated.
• Promote intra- and interdepartmental relations.
• Assist with orientation of new employees.
• Perform specialized perioperative nursing care.
• Assist with pre- and postoperative assessment.
• Prepare operating room setup and perform surgical counts.
• Recognize abnormal lab data and emergencies.
• Ensure patient privacy, safety, and confidentiality.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Acute care nursing

Circulating or scrub experience

Communication skills

English fluency

MS Office

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

9100 W 74TH ST

City:

SHAWNEE MISSION

State:

Kansas

Postal Code:

66204

Job Description:

Assures appropriate traffic control in the operating room. Initiates the incident reporting mechanisms when indicated. Other duties as assigned. Utilizes appropriate channels of communication when initiating change, reporting information or concerns. Promotes and contributes positively to intra and interdepartmental relations. Assists with the orientation of new employees and assumes unit responsibility when delegated by the nursing manager or director. Performs specialized nursing care in all phases of the peri-operative role. Assists with pre-and postoperative assessment of the patient and updates preference cards as needed. Performs surgical counts per policy and prepares operating room setup. Recognizes abnormal diagnostic laboratory data, blood gas values, radiologic data, and knows the implied significance of each. Recognizes emergency situations and reacts efficiently and appropriately. Assures patients' right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality at all times.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer proficiency required
• Perioperative Nursing required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills required.
• At least two (2) years circulating and/or scrub experience required in a multi-specialty setting.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of computerized documentation required.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time required.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate clear communication skills and strong anticipatory skills required.
• Manual dexterity, lifting, pulling, pushing of equipment, heavy instrument sets, and patients required.
• Basic RN Nursing skills required.
• Circulating skills required.
• Scrub skills required.
• Fluent in English language, speaking, reading, writing required.
• Ability to prepare surgical suites with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards required.
• Knowledge of instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized for surgical procedures required.
• Understanding of the procedures being performed and ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon required.
• Strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality required.
• Up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory, compliance, and accreditation standards and requirements required.
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements required.
• Cognitive, psychomotor, and affective behaviors that demonstrate accountability and responsibility for identifying and meeting the needs of peri-operative patients required.

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Field of Study:

N/A

Work Experience:

• 1+ of general nursing experience in an acute care setting. [Preferred]
• 2+ of nursing experience in the required specialty [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) [Preferred]
• Certified Registered Nurse First Assist (CRNFA) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$38.23 - $71.11

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.