Travel Nurse RN - RNFA - $2,806 per week in Longview, TX

Job Title: RN First Assistant (RNFA) Job Specialty: Surgical General Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 06:30-15:00, Monday-Friday Guaranteed Hours: Full-Time Experience: At least 5 years of operating room experience, including both scrubbing and circulating. Previous OR experience is required for members of the cardiovascular team. License: Current Registered Nurse License in the state of employment or compact license. Certifications: - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification - Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) Certification Must-Have: - Successful completion of an RNFA program that meets the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) standards and is accepted by the Competency and Credentialing Institute (CCI). Job Description: - Collaborate with the surgeon and healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. - Utilize the nursing process to manage surgical patient care delivery, including assessments, care planning, and evaluations. - Create and maintain a sterile field utilizing aseptic practice principles; ensure corrective actions for any breaks in technique. - Demonstrate knowledge of prepping and draping techniques for various procedures. - Provide surgical equipment and supplies as needed; ensure equipment functions properly and operate per guidelines. - Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts; ensure accurate documentation and correction of any discrepancies. - Monitor and maintain environmental safety, including traffic patterns, temperature, and humidity control. - Administer and document medications in compliance with policy. - Delegate tasks according to regulations and standards, considering the assignee's competency. - Participate in teaching associates and patients/families by assessing needs and documenting effectiveness. - Implement safe patient positioning strategies and demonstrate knowledge of physiological effects. - Use appropriate sterilization techniques for instruments and supplies; document sterilization parameters accurately. - Handle specimens accurately according to policy. - Participate in and document the Universal Protocol/Time-Out process. - Manage supply inventory accurately and ensure the readiness of instrumentation and supplies. - Follow safety protocols with high-risk equipment and technology to minimize risks. - Demonstrate competency in first assistant duties, including instrument use, providing exposure, hemostasis, and suturing. This job description outlines the key responsibilities and requirements for a Registered Nurse First Assistant in a surgical setting. Candidates should possess the necessary skills and certifications to ensure effective and safe surgical care.

Location: Longview, TX, US

Posted Date: 4/19/2025