Nurse First Assist RNFA- BJC Healthcare
Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Peters
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Additional Information About the Role
* Monday - Friday
* Days
* Call Required
* Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
* Benefits Eligible
Overview
Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital proudly serves the health care
needs of families in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. The
102-bed community hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and
outpatient services including the Siteman Cancer Center at
Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, the Breast Health and Women s
Center, the Cardiology Center, the Neurosurgery Center and the
Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy Center.
Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain
Center and carries a Level II stroke certification. Additionally,
the hospital s medical office building houses offices for
specialists in primary care, cardiology, obstetrics, dermatology,
surgery and pulmonology. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital also
offers outpatient services including physical therapy, a sleep lab,
and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation.
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Role Purpose
Performs an expanded perioperative role as a first assistant to
surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room. RNFA
works alongside the surgeon to provide direct patient care. Works
as a professional colleague with the perioperative team and
collaborates with the patient-designated support person, and other
health care providers when making decisions to plan care.
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Responsibilities
* Delivers intraoperative patient care as the first assistant to
the surgeon(s) as a collaborative team member. Pre-operatively
performs a focused nursing assessment in reference to planned
procedure. Analyzes the assessment data to determine nursing
diagnosis. Identifies and communicates desired patient outcomes
throughout the perioperative continuum.
* Functions as a member of the surgical team and contribute to the
overall efficiency of the peri-operative department. Considers
factors related to safety, effectiveness, efficiency, the
environments, and the cost in planning, delivering, and evaluating
patient care.
* Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly.
Administers Medications according to standard nursing practice.
Develops and manages an individual plan of care that directs the
intervention(s) of the RNFA. Implements, manages, and coordinates
the perioperative plan of care related to RNFA interventions.
Evaluates patient progress towards attaining outcomes.
Systematically evaluates quality of nursing practice.
* Participates in professional development and life long learning.
Seeks out and participates in learning opportunities. Evaluates
their practice in context with current professional practice
standards, rules and regulations. Contributes to the professional
growth of peers, colleagues and others.
* Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs
of patients and families throughout the continuum to include
patient and family education.Incorporates research findings into
practice. Practices in an ethical manner using available resources
to formulate ethical decisions. Advocates for individuals and
groups related to perioperative health safety. Provides leadership
in the profession and professional practice setting.
* Performs Other Responsibilities as Assigned
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Minimum Requirements
* 2-5 years
* Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree
* RN Licenses
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Requirements
* Bachelor's Degree in nursing
* CNOR
* CERTIFIED RN FIRST ASSIST
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Benefits Statement
Note: not all benefits apply to all openings
- Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability
plan options
- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)
- Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time
*Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital
East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health Center
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Legal Statement
The above information on this description has been designed to
indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties
and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we re committed to providing you and your family with
benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional,
social and financial well-being.
* Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal
services available first day of the month after hire date
* Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
* Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
* 401(k) plan with BJC match
* Tuition Assistance available on first day
* BJC Institute for Learning and Development
* Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and
personal time
* Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits
*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to
indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties
and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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