Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Full Time - 80hrs/pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital *UP TO $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS

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Location Title Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Full Time - 80hrs/pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital *UP TO $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS Description Join Our Surgical Team as an RN First Assistant Are you ready to make a critical impact in the operating room while working alongside experienced surgeons and healthcare professionals? We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to join our dynamic surgical services team, providing exceptional care to patients across all age groups

In this vital role, you will collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care

The RNFA practices interdependently with the operating surgeon and under their supervision, contributing expertise, clinical judgment, and technical skills to optimize patient outcomes and support surgical team performance

What We’re Looking For Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Michigan Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant program One year of clinical experience an RNFA Demonstrated competency in perioperative nursing and surgical assisting Ability to demonstrate competent efficient endoscopic vein harvesting skills, and be able to perform them independently Ability to perform technical surgical assisting skills for patients from neonate through geriatric Proficiency in the nursing process, including assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care Excellent communication, delegation, and coordination skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide compassionate, patient-centered care Physical ability to assist with patient positioning, equipment handling, and intraoperative tasks Why Join Our Team? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and overall well-being: Competitive compensation with leadership growth opportunities Generous PTO accrual and flexible scheduling Health benefits starting Day 1 – no waiting period 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Tuition reimbursement and career development support Wellness programs and work-life resources Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, unit and the Nurse Practice Act, The RN First Assistant is responsible to the Nurse Manager, Surgical Services

The intraoperative practice of the RNFA is interdependent with the operating surgeon who is being assisted The RNFA practices under supervision of the surgeon who is being assisted

The RNFA, by the process of individual client evaluation and medical supports, carries out a program of total nursing care to a given number of clients He/She utilizes the nursing process for meeting the physical, psychosocial, educational and spiritual needs of the client

This includes assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care The RNFA maintains technical skills and utilizing trained surgical assisting skills to assist the physician in the performance of surgery for patients from neonate through geriatric

Utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, coordinating the care provided by other professionals, delegating selected acts, tasks or functions that fall within the scope of professional nursing practice and the abilities of patient care assistants and universal support assistants, providing selected aspects of physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice as appropriate given the patients level of acuity and complexity of care required, documenting and communicating during each tour of duty the patients response to care provided, consumption of resources and anticipated needs

Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served Diploma, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing As of December 29, 2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given 8 years from date of hire date to obtain

If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan BLS competency required by completion of core orientation

Is currently enrolled in program to obtain CNOR or currently maintains current CNOR Completion of AORN accredited course for RN First Assisting Successful completion of Hospital, Core, and Department specific orientation based upon unit and experience level. • Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action • Must be able to constantly communicate both verbally, in writing and electronically. • Activities and treatments must be recorded in an accurate manner and technical information and instructions must be communicated to patients, families, and all members of the care delivery team

Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines

Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients

Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required. • Documents nursing history and physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients. • Develops a plan of care for assigned patients, based upon assessment of growth and development principles for different age groups

Elaborates on plan of care to individualize to patient needs i.e., special needs of the neonate to geriatric patients. • Manages care plan for assigned patients by organizing and delegating therapeutic patient care interventions to be implemented and evaluating effectiveness of care given by self and others; individualizing to patient needs. • Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal. • Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, implements appropriate interventions and/or notifies supervisor or Physician of patients condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. • Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques and policies. • Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension. • Prepares equipment and aids Physician during treatment and examination of patient. • Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient. • Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol. • Manages personal, unit, and hospital resources effectively • Rotates among clinical services of institution within cluster (i.e, obstetrics, surgery, orthopedics, outpatient and admitting, pediatrics, etc). • Prepares rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgery (as assignment indicates). • Assists in surgery by handing items to Surgeon, Obstetrician, or other medical practitioner (as assignment indicates). • Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities. • Assumes responsibility for professional development. • Develops and provides a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department. • Acts as a clinical resource and role model to Unit Clerk, USAs, PCAs, and LPNs

Shift Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Cost Center 5700 Surgery (BMH) Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies (Recruiters) in response to job postings or word of mouth

Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson

Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson

Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration

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