Position Summary

The Surgical First Assistant provides assistance in all 3 perioperative phases (pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative), in the Operating Room, in collaboration with the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology and throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Provides OR RN duties when not performing the surgical assistant role.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Surgical Assistant when needed

2. Facilitate and Coordinate Total Patient Care

3. Maintain Professional Development

4. Education of patient and family

5. Patient Advocate

6. Maintain Patient Safety

 

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

BSN, All hires after July 2012 are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. OR if Associates Degree or Diploma, RN must provide proof of enrollment in a BSN program prior to hire and complete program by December 2020.

Must have completed accredited RNFA program.

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

2 years in the Operating Room

Preferred:

3-4 years in the Operating Room

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Current NJ RN licensure, CNOR Certified Nurse Operating Room, BLS Basic Life Support

Preferred:

CRNFA Certified Registered Nurse First Assist, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Medical Record.

Familiarity with OR equipment, pumps and monitors.

Must pass annual clinical competency based program and mandated in-service education.

Unit specific skills may include but not limited to scrubbing and circulating. Skills will bedetermined by a challenge exam and/or skill performance by Staff Development.

Preferred:

2 years scrubbing and circulating experience in various specialties including robotic surgery.