RN First Assistant

Position: RN First Assistant - OR - Full Time - Days
RN First Assistant

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Schedule:

7am-7:30pm, 36 hours/week

Department:
Operating Room

Hospital:
Henry Ford Rochester

Location:

Rochester, MI

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

* Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.

Responsibilities:

* Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.

* Implement 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.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S)

REQUIRED:

* BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

* Current ACLS or obtain within six (6) months.

* Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

* Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

* 1-2 years FA experience preferred.

Additional Information

* Organization:
Henry Ford Rochester Hospital

* Department:
Surgery 001

* Shift: Day Job

* Union Code:
Not Applicable