Surgical First Assist or RNFA

University Hospitals • Full-time • Chardon, OH, US • 3w ago

Description

The Surgical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to meet needs of the patient during the perioperative period. Provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.

Essential Functions

Provides intraoperative technical functions in all facets of the first assistant role.
Displays knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body while delivering safe patient care.
Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.
Supports the perioperative area or other duties as assigned per entity.

The RNFA works under the supervision of the attending physician to assess manage and evaluate the surgical patient during the perioperative period. The RNFA provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.

What You Will Do- RNFA

Applies the nursing process in all facets of the nurse first assistant role.
Displays knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body while delivering safe patient care.
Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative procedural environment.
Offers education development opportunities to residents, nursing staff, students and any other appropriate persons in the specific surgery and patient management.
Utilizes ongoing data collection perioperative, procedural, and follow-up information to aid in research care studies that promote effectiveness and quality of patient care.

Skills And Abilities- RNFA

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, proper use of all instruments and equipment used during CT surgery procedures. (Required proficiency)
High degree of hand/eye coordination and uniform mental attention (Required proficiency)

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education- Surgical Assistants

Other Accredited Program Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program -Required

Education Qualifications- RNFA

Graduation from an accredited RN Program -Required
Completion of state approved RNFA program -Required

Additional Licenses And Certifications- Surgical Assistant

National Certification Required
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Required
Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) Required

Licenses and Certifications- RNFA

Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) authorized by the Ohio Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse first assistant prior to April 1, 1998 and who holds as of October 1, 1998 certification as a CNOR. (Required)

Work Experience- Surgical Assistants

Physician relations experience -Strongly Preferred

Experience Qualifications- RNFA

2+ years Perioperative nursing experience -Required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills-Required
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills-Required
Demonstrated skills related to Informatics Technology-Required
Working knowledge of equipment with the ability to troubleshoot issues for resolution. -Required

Physical Demands for all positions

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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