Job Description
Performs/assists with surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The professional nurse provides evidence-based nursing care utilizing the nursing process to meet the surgical needs of the patient in the perioperative setting. The RNSA is responsible for appropriately delegating tasks to other licensed/unlicensed health care team members as deemed appropriate by training and education. The RNSA collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare team members when providing nursing care. This position is intended as a transition to the RNFA role once all educational preparation/requirements are successfully met.
Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.
MINIMUM
DESIRABLE
Education, Credentials, Licenses:
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current registration to practice in the state where work is being performed.
• Meets contact hour requirements for licensure, including all state-required courses.
• Must be accepted into an acceptable RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) Program within one year of hire/transfer date.
• CNOR must be obtained prior to completion of RNFA Program training.
ACLS
PALS
BSN
Specialized Knowledge:
• Expert knowledge of anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• In depth knowledge of suture, suturing techniques and wound closure.
• Knowledge of assisting the surgeon with dissection and retraction.
• Competent in mathematical calculations associated with medication administration.
• Competent to independently perform safe nursing skills and procedures.
Expert knowledge of suture, suturing techniques and wound closure. Expert knowledge of assisting the surgeon with dissection and retraction
Kind and Length of Experience:
Two years’ experience as a surgical RN.