Registered Nurse Surgical First Assistant CTOR
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- Location: Nashville, TN
- Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
- Department: Cardiac Operating Room
- Schedule: PRN | Day Shift
- Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.
- Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
- Implement physician’s orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
- Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
- Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
- Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Preferred Credential(s):
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
- Certified Registered Nurse specializing in Operating Room credentialed from the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI).
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire