Surgical RN First Assistant (CNOR)

St. Josephs Medical Center; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

St. Josephs Medical Center in Houston, Texas is seeking an RN First Assistant. This role involves performing first assistant duties during surgical procedures for adult patients, maintaining the operating room's readiness, and ensuring patient safety. Applicants must have at least two years of nursing experience in an operating room, hold a current RN license issued by the State of Texas, and possess a Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification. The position promotes a culture of safety and compliance within the medical center.

Formación

• Minimum of two years clinical nursing experience in the operating room.
• Current RN license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of Texas.
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) required.
• Current AHA or ARC CPR/Basic Life Support Certification preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Perform first assistant duties for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Maintain readiness of operating room and equipment.
• Develop and monitor the patient's plan of care in the operative environment.
• Manage patient safety per operative policy and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Conocimientos

Technical skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer knowledge

Educación

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing program

Completion of a program for RN First Assistants

Descripción del empleo

St. Josephs Medical Center in Houston, Texas is seeking an RN First Assistant. This role involves performing first assistant duties during surgical procedures for adult patients, maintaining the operating room's readiness, and ensuring patient safety. Applicants must have at least two years of nursing experience in an operating room, hold a current RN license issued by the State of Texas, and possess a Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification. The position promotes a culture of safety and compliance within the medical center.