RN, Registered Nurse First Assist Senior - Tyler Specialty Orthopedic Surgery at Christus Health summary:
A Registered Nurse First Assist Senior provides specialized preoperative nursing care by assisting orthopedic surgeons during surgery. They assess, plan, and coordinate patient care activities while promoting health education and interpreting diagnostic information. This role requires advanced nursing skills and involves direct collaboration with surgical teams to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Description
Summary:
A Registered Nurse First Assist Senior is a nursing professional who renders direct patient care as part of the preoperative role by functioning as first assistant to the surgeon, and who assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care activities.
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Responsibilities:
- Practices an expanded role of preoperative nursing and has acquired knowledge and skills and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon through organized instruction and supervised practice. Interprets diagnostic studies, promotes positive health behaviors and skills through education and counseling.
Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in Nursing
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS
Work Type:
Full Time
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, First Assist, Preoperative Care, Orthopedic Surgery, Patient Assessment, Surgical Assistance, Health Education, Diagnostic Interpretation, BLS Certified, Patient Care Coordination