Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant provides direct patient care to surgical patients throughout the perioperative period. Assists surgeon during surgical procedures by positioning skin preparation, providing wound exposure, performing tissue dissection, suturing, and other surgical tasks. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant administers medications and IV treatments as necessary. Participates in discharge planning and counsels patients and caregivers on appropriate post-operative care. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR). Requires Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
5 of 10 Positions Open
4 Day Shifts (7A-7:30P)
1 Night Shifts (7P-7:30A)
* *** REQUIRED: PROOF of COVID & FLU vaccination OR Declination form MUST be uploaded to candidate profile at time of submission.****
***Please note: Client requires a full Hep B series (3 doses) or positive Hep B antibody documentation**
Responsibilities:
Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.
Certifications - Required
AHA BLS - Basic Life Support Certificate
NIHSS Certificate
Education - Required
Graduate of accredited Nursing program
Experience - Required
1 year Acute Care Experience and/or experience congruent with role in service line
Licenses - Required
Registered Nurse State of Pennsylvania
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required
Successful completion of Registered Nurse orientation.
Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
Basic computer skills.
Ann Dizon
Account Manager
317 328 2866
ann@rnstaff.com
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