Surgical RN First Assistant — OR Lead & Perioperative Expert

Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center seeks a Surgical First Assist RN to support surgical patients across all ages in the OR and perioperative services, ensuring safe, effective, patient-family centered care and optimal outcomes.

The role requires providing RN First Assistant support during procedures, collaborating with the surgical team, maintaining documentation, and preventing infections. Strong planning and teaching abilities are valued as part of the organization’s mission.

Qualifications

• 5 Years of Perioperative Nursing practice as both a scrub and circulating nurse upon hire
• If less years of experience, 3 recommendations from practicing Surgeons and demonstrated clinical practice
• This position is represented by CNA and is covered by the applicable collective bargaining agreement

Responsibilities

• Serve as RN First Assistant during operative and invasive procedures, aiding with tissue dissection and closure
• Collaborate with the surgical team, maintain accurate documentation, manage instruments
• Support the CVOR team and participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Assist in coordinating staffing and scheduling within the perioperative services

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Job description

Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center seeks a Surgical First Assist RN to support surgical patients across all ages in the OR and perioperative services, ensuring safe, effective, patient-family centered care and optimal outcomes.

The role requires providing RN First Assistant support during procedures, collaborating with the surgical team, maintaining documentation, and preventing infections. Strong planning and teaching abilities are valued as part of the organization’s mission.