Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant provides direct patient care to surgical patients throughout the perioperative period. Assists surgeon during surgical procedures by positioning skin preparation, providing wound exposure, performing tissue dissection, suturing, and other surgical tasks. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant administers medications and IV treatments as necessary. Participates in discharge planning and counsels patients and caregivers on appropriate post-operative care. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR). Requires Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Position Summary
The Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating a plan of patient care utilizing ANA Standards and the Nursing Process. The RN acts as a patient advocate. The RN provides support, information and direct care and utilizes equipment and technology skillfully and is technically competent in nursing procedures. The Registered Nurse educates patients and families on significant self-care issues. The inventory, distribution/delivery of medications may be required.
Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Position Requirements
Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Work Schedule
Level ONE STEM Nurse
A. Ninety Six (96) hours per 8-week unit schedule are the minimum requirement. Average 12 hours per week.
B. Twenty Four (24) weekend hours per 8-week period
C. Minimum of 1 (12) hour holiday OR 2 (12) hour hard to fill shifts from group 1 AND group 2 per year.
D. Orientation and education hours do not count towards the monthly requirement.
Level TWO STEM Nurse (Working both Facilities)
A. Ninety Six (96) hours per 8-week unit schedule are the minimum requirement. Average 12 hours per week.
B. Twenty Four (24) weekend hours per 8-week period
C. Minimum of 1 (12) hour holiday OR 2 (12) hour hard to fill shifts from group 1 AND group 2 per year.
D. Orientation and education hours do not count towards the monthly requirement.
Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits