Job Description
Start the day excited to make a difference end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
Job Summary :
The RN First Assistant (RNFA) functions as the surgical first assistant under the direction and supervision of the surgeon during the intra-operative phase of surgery.
The RNFA will also serve in the role of a Registered Nurse, according to the needs of the department.
The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers.
$10,000 Sign On Bonus to external applicants
Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
- Assists with procedural set up and patient preparedness for specific procedures in positioning, prepping and draping.
- Assists the surgeon in skin closure, subcutaneous closure and ties, facia closure and ties, closure and ties of peritoneum, tying deep vessels, incising tissue, and performs hemostatic techniques.
- Establishes and maintains a safe peri-operative environment. Observes aseptic techniques in preparing for and assisting with procedures.
- Participates in patient transport and room turnover as indicated by unit activity to facilitate utilization of services in a cost-effective manner.
- Functions in the role of a Registered Nurse and circulates cases, as needed.
- Serves as educator, mentor and resource to patients and colleagues.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Qualifications :
- Graduation from a surgical first assistant program required.
- Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required.
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) certification required.
- AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire
- BSN is preferred; all Registered Nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing will be required to obtain their BSN within five years of hire (Effective March 2014).
- Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) certification preferred.
As an EOE / AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
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