Registered Nurse First Assist New

Summit Surgical has an immediate need for a part time Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)!

Job Summary: Functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology and throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist surgeon in general and specialized surgeries
• Prepare patients for surgery
• Provide patient care and support
• Administer medications
• Practice surgical procedures such as controlling bleeding and suturing incisions, draping, providing exposure, and handling tissue
• Prepare all necessary supplies
• Position and prepare the patient on the operating table
• Monitor the patient’s vital signs and heart rate
• Educate patient and family on operation and aftercare
• Perform post-operative assessments
• Monitor patient after surgery for pain and/or complications
• Study patient history and health assessments
• Communicate health of patient to family members
• Monitor surgery site for healing or infection
• Participate in research
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required

Pay Range: $59 - $73/hr (Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.)

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and an accredited RNFA program.
• Current BLS, ACLS
• Certification as a registered nurse first assistant (CRNFA).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a RNFA required.
• Previous experience in Ambulatory Surgery strongly preferred.
• Basic and advanced preoperative training, operating room experience required.
• Understanding of standard practices and procedures.
• Proven experience as an operating room nurse.
• Medical expertise in handling and cutting tissue, suturing, providing hemostasis, and using medical devices.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Can perform scrub and circulating nurse roles.
• Excellent understanding of multiple surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.