Certified RNFA Operating Room

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Description:

40hrs per pp | 6:45a-5:15p | Variable Schedule

Varying days of the week depending on Surgery Schedule and needs for FA role.

Provides quality nursing care to assigned perioperative patients through the use of the nursing process. Accountable for all care delivered throughout the perioperative period until discharged. Maintains the standard of nursing practice and functions within the limits ofTHMH policies as well as theMichigan Nurse Practice Act.

Carries out functions to assist the surgeon in performingsafe operations with optimal outcomes for the patient.

TheRN First Assistant (RNFA) practices perioperative nursing and has acquired the knowledge, skill, and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon, through organized supervision of the surgeon during the first assisting phase of the perioperative role. The RN First Assistantdoes not concurrently function as a scrub nurse.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years OR experience
• Graduate of an approved school of nursing -RN
• Successful completion of course inRN First Assisting based on theAORN core curriculum for the RNFA as its foundation
• Licensed as aRegistered Nurse in the State of Michigan
• Certified in Operating Room Nursing (CNOR) within one year of hire
• Proficient in perioperative nursing practice as bothscrub and circulator nurse for a minimum of 5 years
• Current ACLS certification
• Highly recommended to maintain current professional liability insurance to function as an RNFA
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in applying principles ofasepsis and infection control
• Recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective and/or preventative action
• Ability to perform instressful or emergency situations
• Demonstrate knowledge ofsurgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique related to procedures in which the RNFA assists
• Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) within two years of course completion

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.