MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 3 Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. 3 Implements physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation. 3 Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis. 3 Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems. 3 Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patients age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the departments scope of service. 3 Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 3 Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION 3 Completion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program or RNFA education equivalency for CRNFA EXPERIENCE 3 Two years registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialty PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 3 Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. 3 Constant standing and walking. 3 Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. 3 Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. 3 Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. 3 Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. 3 Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. 3 Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. 3 Occasional lifting/moving of patients. 3 Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. 3 Occasional driving. 3 Rare crawling and running. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois 3 Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 3 And 3 Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) 3 And 3 Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) State of Work Location: Missouri 3 Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 3 And 3 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State 3 Or 3 Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration 3 And 3 Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) State of Work Location: Oklahoma 3 Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 3 And 3 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State 3 Or 3 Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) 3 And 3 Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) State of Work Location: Wisconsin 3 Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 3 And 3 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State 3 Or 3 Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 3 And 3 Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4403000037 Surgery Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. 3 Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). 3 Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. 3 Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits