RN First Assistant

5 months ago

Stafford, United States Mary Washington Healthcare Full time

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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