Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist
Memorial Hospital Belleville
Belleville, IL
Sign-On Bonus

$38-63/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care300 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$38-63/hour
  • Sign-On bonus
    $15,000

Benefits

  • Sign-On bonus

Qualifications

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Required
    Other
  • Eligible to work in US

Description

Additional Information About the Role

  • Unit - Operating Room

    • FT Days (with call requirements)

    • 40 Minute Call Arrival
    • Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

    • Competitive Pay
    • BSN Differential
    • Shift Differential
    • Benefits Eligible

Additional Preferred Requirements

  • BSN Degree
  • CNOR Certification

Overview

Memorial Hospital Belleville is an acute care hospital offering medical and surgical services plus critical and emergency care including Children’s at Memorial for pediatric emergency care. It provides patients a full complement of diagnostic and treatment services as well as heart and vascular care. Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health. In addition, Memorial Belleville recently was accredited by the American College of Radiology as a designated Lung Cancer Screening Center. Since 2008, it has been designated as a Magnet®-recognized organization for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

 

Memorial Hospital Shiloh, a 94-bed, all-private suite hospital was recognized with Magnet status in 2018 and provides emergency care, labor & delivery, nursery, medical and surgical services plus critical care.

 

Perioperative Services provides care and support services for the surgical, gastroenterology, treatment, Cardiac Cath Lab, and pain center patients.  Perioperative services provides care for the adult and pediatric patients throughout the continuum of their Perioperative stay.  Procedures may be performed on both inpatient and outpatient adult surgical and gastroenterology patients.


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

  • Certified First Assistant
  • 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

    BJC HealthCare Job ID #77329. Posted job title: Registered Nurse First Assist

    Facility

    Memorial Hospital Belleville

    4.5rating(14 reviews)

    1 nurse recommends working with Memorial Hospital Belleville

    5.0rating

    Pros

    traveler friendly , great cost of living

    Cons

    None

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    • Short Term Acute Care
    • 300 beds
    • Epic Systems Corporation
    ADDRESS4500 Memorial DrBelleville, IL 62226
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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 Belleville, IL

    Cost of Living
    • The cost of living in Belleville, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
    • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
    Weather
    • Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows range from 20-25°F.
    Furnished Housing
    • Short-term rentals are available in Belleville, IL and can be found with some ease, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
    Transportation
    • Belleville is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
    • Public transportation options include buses and a nearby metro system for commuting to nearby cities.
    Demographics
    • Belleville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
    • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
    • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
    Things to Do
    • Belleville offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
    • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local parks and golf courses, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby hiking trails and parks.
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