RN - Orthopedic Surgical Assist - FT

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our orthopedic team. The RN will support surgeons and staff, participate in intra-operative tasks, and provide perioperative nursing care in a clinic setting.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN, an unencumbered RN license, ACLS, and CNOR or ONC certification within one year; call rotation is required, with a 40-hour week and day shift.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN license in the state of practice.
• ACLS required; CNOR or ONC within one year of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist under the direction of the operating surgeon with intraoperative homeostasis and exposure.
• Prepare surgical tools and maintain sterile field.
• Provide perioperative nursing care and collaboration with the surgical team.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assisting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

RN License

Tools

ACLS certification

CNOR/ONC certification

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $32 - $48 Union Position: No Department Details We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic orthopedics team. As a RN in our clinic, you will play a crucial role in supporting our healthcare professionals and ensuring our patients receive the best possible care. -Day Shift Position -Call rotation required Summary Carry out specialized, expanded nursing role in assisting surgeons in performing technical surgical procedures with optimal results for the patient, as well as general nursing care according to standards of nursing practice in accordance with applicable safety laws and regulations. Performs within scope of practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) under direct observation and instruction of surgeon.

Job Description

Assists under the direction of the operating surgeon with intra-operative homeostasis, exposure, closure, administration of medications, etc. May perform skin closure under direction without need for direct observation after validation of competency by surgeon. Develops specialized preoperative plans in coordination with appropriate surgeons and health team members. Assists the surgical technician in preparation of surgical tools and equipment, and takes preventative measures to ensure applicable health and safety regulations are satisfied. Assists the surgical team in draping the patient and maintaining the sterile field. Functions under the direction of the surgeon during the intraoperative portion of practice, as well as within the clinical practice setting. Must demonstrate knowledge of surgical anatomy/physiology and operative technique, have ability to apply the principles of asepsis/infection control, recognize safety hazards, and initiate appropriate corrective action. Additional duties as delegated by the surgeon in cooperation with local and state policy. Functions within the scopes and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in state of practice and licensure. The Sanford Professional Nursing Practice recognizes the Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements as published by the American Nurses Association as the foundation of nursing care delivery and professional conduct. Credentialing through the Allied Health Staff of the organization where you will be working will be required.

Qualifications

Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred. Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred. Completion of surgical assisting program or on the job training. Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. Certification by the Competency and Credentialing Institute Certification (CCI) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) or the Orthopedic Nurses Certification Board with certification in ONC within one years of meeting certification eligibility requirement is required. Maintaining certification is a requirement for employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail]. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.