Nurse - First Assistant - OR

Overview

We are seeking dedicated, talented nurses to join our OR Unit as a RN First Assistant. The RNFA renders direct patient care as part of the perioperative role by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. This is accomplished under the direct supervision of the Attending Surgeon and in accordance to the goals of the department of Surgery and Philosophy of the Division of nursing and the policy of the medical staff. Our ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent time management skills. In addition to working for a Magnet Recognized Hospital, you’ll also have the opportunity to grow by taking advantage of continuing education opportunities. Top "Must-Have" Skills for This Job – 1. BSN required 2. Current RN license to practice in the state of Virginia 3. BLS for the Healthcare Provider CPR 4. Minimum of 4 years of OR experience with demonstrated leadership ability 5. RNFA must have completed and passed an approved, structured course in First Assisting 6. Certification in Perioperative Nursing is required within a year of completing the course.

Benefits

Company

We are a nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering the highest quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 70 years. Earning the 2016 Top Hospital award from the Leapfrog Group for excellence in hospital safety and quality for the second year in a row, we consistently achieve the highest levels of patient satisfaction. Located in Arlington, VA, we are a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations). We are the largest Hospital in the region that was named a Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Four-Star Hospital, and is also designated as a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.