Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist
Christian Hospital
Saint Louis, MO

$38-63/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Facility Information
    Not-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution251 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$38-63/hour

Qualifications

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  • Eligible to work in US

Description

Additional Information About the Role

The Operating Room at Christian Hospital is searching for a full-time position for RN for First Assistant to assist Providers during procedures.  See additional information below for your reference.

  • 8 hrs shift Mon- Fri. (7am - 3:30pm)
    • Call Schedule
      • 4th-6th weekend (Pending Staffing)
      • 1 overnight weekly
      • Call response time 45min
  • Sign-on bonus up to $15,000
  • Relocation Package for qualified candidates 
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • CNOR  certification 
  • MUST Completed an First Assistant Program (Clinical Hours Completed prior to hire)
  • 1 yr of RNFA exp.

Overview

Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state!

The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition.

Northwest HealthCare, six miles west of Christian, offers 24- hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services.

 

Contracted services providing assistance to the Surgeon in the Operating Room. Part of the Surgical team the Surgical Assistant has accepted responsibilities to work as a team member in the operating room.


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Performs an expanded perioperative role as a first assistant to surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room. RNFA works alongside the surgeon to provide direct patient care. Works as a professional colleague with the perioperative team and collaborates with the patient-designated support person, and other health care providers when making decisions to plan care.

 

Responsibilities

  • Delivers intraoperative patient care as the first assistant to the surgeon(s) as a collaborative team member. Pre-operatively performs a focused nursing assessment in reference to planned procedure. Analyzes the assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. Identifies and communicates desired patient outcomes throughout the perioperative continuum.
  • Functions as a member of the surgical team and contribute to the overall efficiency of the peri-operative department. Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, efficiency, the environments, and the cost in planning, delivering, and evaluating patient care.
  • Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly. Administers Medications according to standard nursing practice.  Develops and manages an individual plan of care that directs the intervention(s) of the RNFA. Implements, manages, and coordinates the perioperative plan of care related to RNFA interventions. Evaluates patient progress towards attaining outcomes. Systematically evaluates quality of nursing practice.
  • Participates in professional development and life long learning. Seeks out and participates in learning opportunities. Evaluates their practice in context with current professional practice standards, rules and regulations. Contributes to the professional growth of peers, colleagues and others.
  • Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Incorporates research findings into practice. Practices in an ethical manner using available resources to formulate ethical decisions. Advocates for individuals and groups related to perioperative health safety. Provides leadership in the profession and professional practice setting.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • Nursing Diploma/Associate's
  • - Nursing

    Experience

  • 2-5 years
  • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • RN
  • Preferred Requirements

    Education

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • - Nursing

    Licenses & Certifications

  • Cert Nurse OR (CNOR)
  • CERTIFIED RN FIRST ASSIST

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

    Blake Bunton
    Blake Bunton
    BJC HealthCare Job ID #73193. Posted job title: Registered Nurse First Assistant

    Facility

    Christian Hospital

    4.0rating(20 reviews)

    1 nurse recommends working with Christian Hospital

    5.0rating

    Pros

    Great place to work, great staff that is very helpful and treats you like family, workload is moderate and equipment is up to date

    Cons

    None

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    • Not-For-Profit Hospital
    • Short Term Acute Care
    • Teaching Institution
    • 251 beds
    • Epic Systems Corporation
    ADDRESS11133 Dunn RdSaint Louis, MO 63136
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    Employer

    BJC HealthCare

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    Compensation
    3.9rating
    Culture
    4.0rating
    Work Environment
    4.0rating
    About
    BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.
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    Staff jobs$15–85/hour
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    About Saint Louis, MO

    Cost of Living
    • The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
    • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
    Weather
    • Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
    Furnished Housing
    • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
    Transportation
    • Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
    Demographics
    • Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
    • Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
    • There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
    Things to Do
    • Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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