RN First Assistant - General Surgery
Canton
Mercy Hospital
Surgery Unit-Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital
F25000
Day/Evening Rotation
7:00am-5:30pm/1:00pm-11:30pm
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world
Mercy Hospital offers a wide range of surgical services. Whether patientsrequireminimally invasive procedures or major surgeries, this surgical team provides excellent care in a safe, family-friendly environment.By joining theGeneralSurgery Team as an RN First Assistant, youassistin the provision of surgical nursing care and treatment to patients undergoing procedures. You will communicate with surgeons, othernursesand caregivers in the Operating Room on patient status and next steps in the procedure. You will alsoassistwith closing wounds, placing catheters, surgicalprepand scrubbing in. By taking on this opportunity, you will gain plenty of hands-on experience while working at one of the best places to receive healthcare.
A caregiver in this position worksrotating days/evenings from7:00AM – 5:30PM or 1:00PM – 11:30PM, with on-call requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Assistin the provision of surgical nursing care and treatment of patients.
Assess pre-operatively and post-operatively from phase II anesthesia recovery through discharge.
Handle tissue, provide exposure, use instruments, suture, provide hemostasis, and close tissue and skin in an operative setting.
Perform initial and ongoing nursing assessments.
Administer medications and treatments.
Establish coordinated plans of care.
Monitor the progress of hospitalized patients andassistin discharge planning.
Initiate CPR and other emergency measures.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Completion of a Registered Nurse First Assist course
Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)
Two years of current clinical experience in an operating room or perioperative area
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Trauma center experience
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
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