| Location | Elizabeth, NJ |
| Salary | $125,000–$162,600 Per Year |
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RN 1st Assist - FT Days - Elizabeth, NJ
Req #: 0000271777
Category: Nurses
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Operating Room
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $162,600.00 per year
Location:
225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Job Title: RN 1st Assist
Location: WILLIAMSON STREET
Department Name: Operating Room
Req #: 0000271777
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $162,600.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills and professional experience.
Required
Minimum 2 years of Operating Room Experience
BSN
Certifications and Licenses Required:
NJ RN License
BLS
ACLS
CNOR
Preferred
Description:
The RNFA is a registered professional nurse who has completed an approved RNFA course and functions as a first assistant during surgical procedures in order to assist the surgeon,
The RNFA is directly supervised by the surgeon, and performs functions specifically identified and consistent with training received,
Works in collaboration with the surgeon and health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes,
Practices at the direction of the surgeon and does not concurrently function as a scrub person,
Essential Functions:
Provides primary surgical assistance to the surgeon during the operative procedure,
Performing preoperative assessments, reviewing patient history, and conducting physical exams
Positioning the patient, prepping the surgical site, and ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are ready
Educating patients and their families about the surgical procedure and aftercare
Manipulating instruments, providing exposure to the operative site, and handling and/or cutting tissue
Controlling bleeding through methods like electrocautery, ligating vessels, or using sutures
Suturing subcutaneous tissue and skin
Ensuring the sterile field is not compromised
Continuously monitoring the patients vital signs and responding to complications
Applying surgical dressings and closing incisions
Conducting post-operative assessments to monitor for pain and complications
Assisting with the transfer of the patient from the operating room and providing initial care
Assisting with room turnover to prepare for the next surgery
Working closely with the entire surgical team, including surgeons and other nurses
Completing all required charting and documentation
Being prepared to perform life-saving measures like CPR if necessary
Perform Circulator and Scrub duties as needed
Maintains knowledge of Infection Control & OSHA standards of practice,
Knowledge of centers Policies & Procedures,
Other duties as assigned include inventory/expiration validation/stocking,
Participate in On-Call Coverage
Qualities:
Excellent assessment and clinical skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Compassionate and patient-centric approach
Team-oriented and collaborative mindset
Collaboration-Build strong working relationships within the multidisciplinary healthcare team to achieve common goals and enhance patient outcomes
Flexibility to work based on the departmental needs
Proficiency in monitoring and operating medical equipment
Good problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
Ability to learn and implement High Reliability principles into everyday practice
Mentorship- Guide and inspire team members, fostering their growth and ensuring high standards of care
Delegation- Assign tasks appropriately to team members to optimize efficiency and leverage individual strengths
Advocacy- Act on behalf of patients and staff, ensuring their needs and rights are met
Time Management and Prioritization- Juggle multiple responsibilities, prioritize urgent demands, and maintain a steady workflow to prevent staff burnout
Team Leadership- Ability to motivate, manage, and lead clinical and support staff to achieve departmental goals
In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures
Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques
Ability to collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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