RN - OR
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Perioperative
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12 hour varied shifts; 2 shifts per week with rotating weekend call coverage
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of two years in operating room required
License: State Registered Nurse License required
Certifications: American Heart Association BLS certification required
American Heart Association ACLS certification required
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) license required
Certified Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) license required
Must-Have: Ability to work effectively with patients, peers, physicians, and ancillary departments
Description:
Come explore all that the Eastern Sierra has to offer as an Operating Room Registered Nurse First Assist.
Mammoth Lakes is a paradise for year-round outdoor enthusiasts.
During winter, skiing and snowboarding on mountains awaits.
In summer, endless activities such as hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and fishing are available.
The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a perioperative registered nurse who functions in an expanded role, providing nursing care primarily for the Orthopedic service.
The RNFA may provide first-assisting services for surgeons in other surgical specialties when assigned.
Demonstrated competency, education, and hospital-approved privileges are necessary for the procedure and specialty.
Key Responsibilities:
Carefully assess and monitor the physical status of patients.
Collect and record necessary data through patient interviews and observations.
Utilize this information appropriately in planning and delivering patient care.
Actively listen to patients and provide appropriate responses regarding their care related to the surgical procedure.
Identify interventions necessary for expected outcomes based on specific surgeries and standard of care.
Anticipate potential problems, adapting during surgical procedures and setting priorities in emergencies.
Demonstrate competency in creating and maintaining a sterile field.
Anticipate the need for equipment and supplies before cases begin.
Demonstrate knowledge of expected surgical outcomes and anesthetic drugs.
Evaluate nursing interventions in relation to established expected outcomes.
Reassess status to identify unresolved problems and implement revised plans of care.
Who You Are:
Detail oriented
Exceptional communication skills
Critical thinker
Collaborative team player
About the Workplace:
This is a progressive, patient-centered, and quality-driven environment with advanced technology and modern facilities.
Join a team of highly skilled medical and nursing staff in an amazing location.
Experience a work-life balance that allows you to enjoy the surrounding outdoor activities and small-town feel with many amenities.
This opportunity allows you to explore the outdoors and enjoy a fulfilling career.