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Registered Nurse - RN First Assist, PRN4 Program

SSM Health, Janesville, Wisconsin, United States,


It's more than a career, it's a callingWI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Janesville

Worker Type:

PRN4

Job Highlights:Department:

Operating RoomQualifications

:

WI RN + CRNFA certificationSchedule:

PRN4 Program,

36 hours

, M-F 7a-3:30pCall rotation:

Every 3rd weeknight (3pm-7am) and every 3rd weekend (Friday 3pm to Monday 7am) with a 30-minute call response timeStarting Pay:

$51.53

+

(Offers are based on years of experience and equity)

plus

$35

shift differential

with 8, 12,

2

6

-week

commitment optionsLocation:

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Janesville3400 East Racine St. Janesville, WI

Job Summary:Provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESPositions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.Implements physicians orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.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 patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model.

Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONCompletion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program or RNFA Education Equivalency for RNFA CertificationEffective January 1, 2020, the education level for entry into an RNFA program and, subsequently, RNFA practice will be the baccalaureate degree. AORN recommends that RNs who were practicing as RNFAs prior to January 1, 2020, who do not have a baccalaureate degree be permitted to continue to practice as RNFAs

EXPERIENCETwo years' registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialtyOr an APRN that has completed the RNFA program that meets the AORN standards for RN first assistant education program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant use of speech to share information through oral communication.Constant standing and walking.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.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.Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional lifting/moving of patients.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional driving.Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: IllinoisBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRegistered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)AndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)OrBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndAdvanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)OrAPN Controlled Substance - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)OrFull Practice Authority APRN Control Substance - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)OrFull Practice Authority APRN - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)AndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)

State of Work Location: MissouriBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRegistered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationOrRegistered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact StateAndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)OrBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndNurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationOrRegistered Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationAndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)

State of Work Location: OklahomaBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRegistered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact StateOrRegistered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)AndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)OrBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)OrCertified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)AndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)

State of Work Location: WisconsinBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRegistered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact StateOrRegistered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesAndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)OrBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndAdvanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesAndCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI)OrCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) - National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)

Work Shift:PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:Employee

Department:4403000026 Operating Room

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

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pregnancy, veteran status ,

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Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

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).

Flexible Payment Options:

o

ur voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay

(fees may apply)

before payday.

Upfront Tuition Coverage:

we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.