Full-Time RN First Assist

6 days ago

Mount Vernon, United States SSM Health Full time
It's more than a career, it's a calling
IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $15,000 for eligible positions. (paid on the first paycheck)

Department: Surgical Services

Schedule Options: Full Time

Schedule Time Options: Days

Salary: Starting rate $41.77/hour

Benefits : Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to:

Getting paid every day
Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year
Paid maternity & paternity coverage
Adoption assistance
Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer matching plans
Long & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
*Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply.

Job Summary:
Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
Implements physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Completion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program
Effective January 1, 2020, the education level for entry into an RNFA program and, subsequently, RNFA practice will be the baccalaureate degree. AORN recommends that RNs who were practicing as RNFAs prior to January 1, 2020, who do not have a baccalaureate degree be permitted to continue to practice as RNFAs

EXPERIENCE
Two years' registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialty
Or an APRN that has completed the RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
Constant standing and walking.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional driving.
Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 

 
State of Work Location: Illinois 
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
And 
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) 
And 
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) 

State of Work Location: Missouri 
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
And 
Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
Or 
Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration 
And 
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) 
 
State of Work Location: Oklahoma 
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
And 
Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
Or 
Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) 
And 
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) 

State of Work Location: Wisconsin 
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
And 
Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
Or 
Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 
And 
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) 

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:
Employee

Department:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. 

Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). 
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply)  before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 

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