Local Contract Nurse RN - First Assist
Detroit, MI
MetaSense, Inc.
2x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Description
• Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• 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 pane closures, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems
• Assist in room clean up and the removal of soiled case cart , supplies and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of surgical case.
• Participates as a surgical team member in preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

Skills
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Required credentials:
BLS provider credentialed from the AHA obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
client (ARC) CPR for Professional Rescuers card will be accepted upon hire but renewal must be a BLS provider card from AHA

Prefered Credentials:
Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
High School Dimploma / GED with 2 years of experience or Associates degree or Technical degree required.

Certifications & Licenses
BLS
CPR
RN
CNOR
Registered Nurse
Surgical Technology

RN - First Assist Must be a CNOR - Certified operating room nurse
Participating actively with surgeons during surgery and not passing equipment.
Should have min 2 years of experience, but open to review candidates with a year of exp too.