RN First Assist - Operating Room

Overview

The RN First Assist will carry out the functions to assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. The RNFA practices perioperative nursing and is therefore responsible for independent nursing behaviors of perioperative assessment and post-operative evaluation of care. The intra-operative practice of the RNFA is inter-department with the surgeon. The RNFA practices independently of the roles, duties, and responsibilities of a circulating nurse or surgical technologist.

Certifications:

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR);
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).

Education:

Certificate of Completion;
College Diploma:
Nursing.

Work Experience:

Surgical services nursing.

• Assist surgeon in general and specialized surgeries; collaborate with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
• Provide patient care and support.
• Administer medications.
• Practice surgical procedures such as controlling bleeding and suturing incisions, draping, providing exposure, and handling tissue.
• Position and prepare the patient on the operating table.
• Monitor the patient’s vital signs and heart rate.
• Educate patient and family on operation and aftercare; communicate health of patient to family members.
• Perform post-operative assessments; monitor patient after surgery for pain and/or complications.
• Study patient history and health assessments.
• Monitor surgery site for healing or infection.
• Participate in research.
• Possess ability to scrub and circulate based upon unit needs.
• Prepare all necessary supplies; assist in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost-effective department; charge equipment and supplies.
• Assist in room turnover.

The compensation range for this position is $46.69 per hour - $75.99 per hour.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify.