RN First Assistant - Operating Room (OR), Full Time, Day

Company: Mary Washington Healthcare
Location: Stafford
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

RN First Assistant - Operating Room (OR), Full Time, Day at Mary Washington Healthcare summary:
The RN First Assistant (RNFA) plays a crucial role in the operating room by assisting the surgeon during procedures while also functioning as a Registered Nurse as needed. This position involves ensuring patient safety, facilitating surgical processes, and serving as a mentor and educator within the healthcare team. The RNFA is required to hold a valid RN license and specific certifications to provide high-quality care consistent with the organization's mission.
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 applicantsEssential 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.
    
    Keywords:
    RN First Assistant, Operating Room Nurse, surgical first assistant, perioperative environment, patient care, surgical procedures, healthcare team, Registered Nurse, CNOR certification, patient safety
    

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