Registered Nurse First Assistant

Overview

• Provide expert perioperative care as a Registered Nurse First Assistant in a dynamic surgical environment.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Utilize advanced nursing skills and certifications in a state-of-the-art healthcare facility.
• Engage in continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Contribute to initiatives promoting leadership, education, and quality improvement in surgical care.
• Be part of a team dedicated to innovation and achieving high standards in healthcare delivery.
• Work in an environment that values excellence in patient care and nursing practice.
• Support a healthcare organization renowned for its commitment to professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist surgeons during procedures, performing tasks such as tissue handling, suturing, and wound management.
• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to develop individualized perioperative care plans.
• Monitor patient responses intraoperatively and adjust care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Administer medications and manage interventions following established protocols and standards.
• Evaluate patient progress postoperatively and provide guidance for recovery and care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance surgical care standards and practices.
• Educate patients and families about perioperative processes and postoperative care procedures.
• Ensure compliance with professional practice standards, ethical guidelines, and organizational policies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; advanced certifications are advantageous.
• Active RN license and Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of perioperative nursing experience; 5 years preferred.
• Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) certification highly desirable.
• Proficiency in surgical techniques, perioperative care standards, and patient assessment.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills for effective patient care planning.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date certifications.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment and collaborate effectively with teams.