Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States

Staff Registered Nurse First Assistance

 Job Description:

Summary:

Join our client operating room team as a Staff RNFA, where you'll collaborate with surgeons to deliver exceptional patient care during surgical procedures. Your perioperative expertise will be essential in maintaining a safe and efficient surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct and indirect nursing care in the perioperative setting.
  • Serve as a first assistant to the surgeon.
  • Apply surgical aseptic techniques and respond effectively in emergencies.
  • Lead patient-centered care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Guide ancillary personnel, ensuring adherence to nursing standards.
  • Participate in call rotation and occasional weekend/evening shifts.

Qualifications:

  • Education: BSN required.
  • Experience:
    • 2+ years of perioperative nursing experience.
    • 1+ year of med/surg nursing experience (preferred).


Licenses/Certifications:

  • Active RN license in Massachusetts.
  • CNOR certification
  • CPR certification.
  • ACLS certification (within 6 months of hire)
  • RNFA certification (within 2 years of hire).


Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of surgical aseptic technique
  • Ability to perform effectively in high-stress and emergency situations.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Current liability insurance.
  Required Skills:

Emergency Nursing Communication Skills Insurance Education Planning Communication