RN - FIRST ASSIST (Cert), Per Diem L&D

Responsibilities

• Performs first assisting role interdependently with surgeon.
• Assists with room set‑up and tear down to facilitate patient flow.
• Assists in maintaining hemostasis by direct pressure, use of appropriate surgical instrument for the task, placement of ties, placement of suture ligatures, application of chemical hemostatic agents, or other measures under direct supervision of surgeon.
• Performs immediate post‑operative subcutaneous injection of local anesthetic agent or cocktail before dressing application.
• Provides hemostasis and other intra‑operative technical functions that assist the physician in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient, including the ability to provide local infiltration or the topical application of a local anesthetic at the operative site.

• Current NV License.
• Current OR certification [CNOR] from the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN).
• CRNFA or RNAS‑C; must maintain currency with both CNOR and CRNFA or RNAS‑C certifications for employment.
• Nurses currently employed without a bachelor's degree may be grandfathered into this job description if currency with both CNOR and RNAS‑C certification.
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS (if applicable).
• NRP if working in obstetrical areas.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.
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