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Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

RN Cert First Assistant- Operating Room Full-time Day Shift

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Palos Heights, Illinois, United States, 60463

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RN Cert First Assistant- Operating Room Full-time Day Shift

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description

The

RN Cert First Assistant

reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Demonstrates advanced technical skills to assist the surgeon. Will practice and collaboration with an under the direction of the surgeon during specific operative procedures that have been determined as appropriate by the department of surgery. Will collaborate with the surgeon and surgical team members and performing a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. Will not concurrently function as a scrub nurse. The scope of practice will include: Handling and or cutting tissue Using instruments/medical devices Providing hemostasis Suturing Creates and maintains a sterile and safe environment. Collaborate with perioperative team during universal protocol. Assist preoperative team during pre-op prep phase. Assist preoperative team during post-op turnover phase. Act as a patient advocate. Maintains an ensure sterile field remains intact. Qualifications

Required: Current RN licensure in the State of Illinois CPR certification Minimum of 5 years perioperative nursing experience CRNFA Preferred: BSN Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.