Surgical RN First Assistant (RNFA) – Perioperative Leader

Willis Knighton Health; Shreveport (LA); Vor Ort; USD 83.000 - 131.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for its North Surgical Services. The role collaborates closely with the surgeon and the healthcare team to ensure safe intraoperative care and optimal patient outcomes.

The RNFA works under the operating surgeon, providing first-assist support while upholding patient safety and high standards of perioperative nursing.

Qualifikationen

• Current RN license in Louisiana.
• Completion of Certified Surgical First Assistant course/program.
• Knowledge of perioperative nursing standards and procedures.
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and independent decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate instrumentation, equipment, and blood product requirements.
• Collaborate in ordering lab tests, imaging, consultations, and preoperative exams.
• Provide preoperative patient and family education.
• Communicate patient-specific needs to OR staff and surgical team.
• Assist with OR setup, turnover, and throughput.
• Assist with patient positioning and surgical site prep.
• Assist with draping and sterile field maintenance.
• Provide surgical field exposure and tissue handling as directed.
• Maintain hemostasis with clamps, cautery, ligation, and techniques.
• Use and handle surgical instruments safely.
• Assist with wound closure and dressings.
• Promote patient safety and adherence to standards of care.
• Coordinate patient care with established policies and nursing regulations.
• Demonstrate time management, delegation, and leadership.
• Foster positive relationships across departments.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Participate in safety and quality initiatives.
• Maintain current professional knowledge through CE and certifications.
• Provide care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate service excellence and professionalism.
• Adhere to infection prevention standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

RN licensure Louisiana

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Perioperative nursing knowledge

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Ausbildung

Certified Surgical First Assistant course

Jobbeschreibung

Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for its North Surgical Services. The role collaborates closely with the surgeon and the healthcare team to ensure safe intraoperative care and optimal patient outcomes.

The RNFA works under the operating surgeon, providing first-assist support while upholding patient safety and high standards of perioperative nursing.