Job Details

Position Specific Details
Register Nurse First Assist
NO LOCAL CANDIDATES (no candidates within 50-mile radius)
2 years' experience required
No prior travel experience necessary
Davinci Robot experience required
BLS, RNFA required
ACLS, CNOR, CRNFA (preferred)
40-Hr GTE, 10-Hr Days, M-F, 7a-5p, Call: 6 on-call shifts and one weekend in a 6-week period
Additional credentialing thru BSMH required by VA. Reach out to Client Success for additional information.
Manager may conduct 2nd interview

Unit Specific Details
Robotics, spine, ortho, laparoscopic, general, gynecologic, urology, vascular - Must be strong in most specialties
Patient population: All ages

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General Category Description: Job Code 740N32 RN Surgical
Services Job Profile Summary Job Description The Surgical Services Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care
utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifies and determines the priority of
patients problems/needs, and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates, provides and directs
patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members. Essential Job Functions In
collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes
assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness. Administers
medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and
procedures. Serves as point of contact for patient's care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts as a
patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. Delegates tasks and
functions according to applicable laws, regulations, and standards, taking into consideration the competency of the
assignee. Responsible for managing the nursing care of the patient within the OR and coordinating the needs of the
surgical team with other care providers necessary for completion of surgery. Observes the surgery and surgical team
from a broad perspective and assists the team to create and maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the
patient. Provides preop, intraop, and post-op care, including assessment and discharge instructions. Assess the
patients condition before, during, and after the operation to ensure an optimal outcome for the patient. Anticipates
the scrub nurses needs and opens sterile packs, operates equipment, and keeps accurate records. Responsible for
reprocessing if on Endoscopy team. BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core
concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be
required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification Current RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS
Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) ACLS Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (preferred) PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred) CNOR
Certified Perioperative Nurse (preferred) SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (preferred) Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 2 years of Critical Care experience (preferred) Completion of
OR internship program (preferred) Training Successful completion of Periop 101 (preferred) Skills Assigns patient care
according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff. Orients, facilitates learning experience,
and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and
others. Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with
the current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission. Performs comprehensive assessment of
patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources. Safely and
efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. Application of the nursing process in patient care
delivery. Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention
and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly. Assists patient and family in coping with patient's illness.
Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong interpersonal and verbal/written
communication skills. Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support
resources. Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely. Advances
personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and
workshops. Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions. Integrates cost-effective
measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources. Practices self-care and cultivates
resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding and
utilization of office and clinical technologies. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they can understand
considering their personal preferences. Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness,
suffering, pain, and existence. Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during an emergency. Knowledge of AORN and SGNA
standards and best practices Knowledge of sterile field and sterilization guidelines Positions and completes procedures
such as Foley, prepping, IV insertion, catheters, etc. Assists in gowning and draping Anticipates needs for the use of
surgical equipment and supplies Monitors room and personnel for adherence to aseptic technique Safely moves and
transports patients Assists anesthesia during induction and emergence Working Conditions Periods of high stress and
fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use
physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous
substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods
of constant interruptions * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal
protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel 1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66%
Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive
arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near Depth perception Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to
potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk
exposure Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of
the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of
the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and
to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older)

12/4 Market approval (Will close job Order 8231 if filled)