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The Registered Nurse First Assistant Certified at McLaren Port Huron supports the hospital's mission, vision, and values by providing technical first assist to the primary surgeon throughout the perioperative period. This role involves facilitating the application of the nursing process, establishing and maintaining a safe perioperative environment, and contributing to the effective communication and efficient operation of the unit. The position requires a commitment to professional growth and development.
Responsibilities
- Supports the mission and vision of McLaren Port Huron through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback.
- Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon throughout the perioperative period.
- Facilitates the application of the nursing process in all facets of the RN First Assistant Role.
- Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.
- Participates in a minimum of fifty (50%) of monthly departmental meetings.
- Contributes to the effective communication and efficient operation needs of unit.
- Maintains commitment to professional growth and development.
- Performs other related duties as required and directed.
Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Two (2) years of perioperative nursing
- Current RN license in the State of Michigan
- CNOR certification
- Open Heart experience with Vein harvesting
- Completion of an RNFA course
- BLS certification and/or Canadian equivalent
Preferred
- Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN)
- CRNFA certification
- ACLS certification
About McLaren Health Care
McLaren Health Care is a reputable healthcare organization based in Michigan, United States, operating 13 hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare facilities. It offers a wide range of healthcare services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, and critical care with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes. McLaren Health Care is known for its excellent care, patient satisfaction, and strategic investments to enhance services and collaborations within the region.
Full Job Description
**Position Summary:**
Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Hospital. Provides technical first assist to the primary surgeon. Facilitates the application of the nursing process. Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment. Maintains a commitment to professional growth and development.
**Essential Functions and Responsibilities:**
1. Supports the mission and vision of McLaren Port Huron through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback.
2. Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon throughout the perioperative period.
3. Facilitates the application of the nursing process in all facets of the RN First Assistant Role.
4. Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.
5. Participates in a minimum of fifty (50%25) of monthly departmental meetings.
6. Contributes to the effective communication and efficient operation needs of unit.
7. Maintains commitment to professional growth and development.
8. Performs other related duties as required and directed.
**Qualifications:**
_Required:_
+ Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
+ Two (2) years of perioperative nursing
+ Current RN license in the State of Michigan
+ CNOR
+ Open Heart experience with Vein harvesting
+ Completion of an RNFA course
+ BLS certification and/or Canadian equivalent
_Preferred:_
+ Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN)
+ CRNFA
+ ACLS is preferred