Registered Nurse First Assistant
Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Belleville
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Information About this PositionUp to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Company and Job OverviewMemorial Hospital Belleville is an acute
care hospital offering medical and surgical services plus critical
and emergency care including Children's at Memorial for pediatric
emergency care. It provides patients a full complement of
diagnostic and treatment services as well as heart and vascular
care. Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus
critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the
Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and is designated as an
Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public
Health. In addition, Memorial Belleville recently was accredited by
the American College of Radiology as a designated Lung Cancer
Screening Center. Since 2008, it has been designated as a Magnet--
--recognized organization for nursing excellence by the American
Nurses Credentialing Center.Memorial Hospital Shiloh, a 94-bed,
all-private suite hospital was recognized with Magnet status in
2018 and provides emergency care, labor & delivery, nursery,
medical and surgical services plus critical care.Role
PurposePerforms an expanded perioperative role as a first assistant
to surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room. RNFA
works alongside the surgeon to provide direct patient care. Works
as a professional colleague with the perioperative team and
collaborates with the patient-designated support person, and other
health care providers when making decisions to plan
care.ResponsibilitiesDelivers intraoperative patient care as the
first assistant to the surgeon(s) as a collaborative team member.
Pre-operatively performs a focused nursing assessment in reference
to planned procedure. Analyzes the assessment data to determine
nursing diagnosis. Identifies and communicates desired patient
outcomes throughout the perioperative continuum.Functions as a
member of the surgical team and contribute to the overall
efficiency of the peri-operative department. Considers factors
related to safety, effectiveness, efficiency, the environments, and
the cost in planning, delivering, and evaluating patient
care.Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care
accordingly. Administers Medications according to standard nursing
practice. Develops and manages an individual plan of care that
directs the intervention(s) of the RNFA. Implements, manages, and
coordinates the perioperative plan of care related to RNFA
interventions. Evaluates patient progress towards attaining
outcomes. Systematically evaluates quality of nursing
practice.Participates in professional development and life long
learning. Seeks out and participates in learning opportunities.
Evaluates their practice in context with current professional
practice standards, rules and regulations. Contributes to the
professional growth of peers, colleagues and others.Integrates
knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients
and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family
corporates research findings into practice. Practices in an ethical
manner using available resources to formulate ethical decisions.
Advocates for individuals and groups related to perioperative
health safety. Provides leadership in the profession and
professional practice setting.Performs Other Responsibilities as
AssignedMinimum Requirements2-5 yearsNursing Diploma/Associate's
DegreeRN Licenses Preferred QualificationsPreferred
RequirementsBachelor's Degree in nursingCNORCERTIFIED RN FIRST
ASSISTBenefits StatementNote: not all benefits apply to all
openings--- - Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and
disability plan options--- - Pension Plan /403(b) Plan--- - 401(k)
plan--- - Tuition Assistance--- - Health Care and Dependent Care
Reimbursement Accounts--- --- -On-Site Fitness Center (depending on
location)--- --- -Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and
sick time Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial
Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health CenterLegal
StatementThe above information on this description has been
designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties
and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Equal
Opportunity Employer
Keywords: BJC HealthCare, Belleville , Registered Nurse First Assistant, Healthcare , Belleville, Illinois
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