What are the responsibilities and job description for the RNFA position at Innovations Surgery Center?
The Innovations Surgery Center (ISC) is an advanced minimally invasive GYN surgical center in Rockville, Maryland that requires the services of an experienced RN First Assist (RNFA). ISC specializes in advanced minimally invasive procedures for benign and malignant gynecologic conditions. Our center has redefined the meaning of minimally invasive GYN surgery, providing some of the most advanced procedures for women. Our surgeons developed innovative and revolutionary techniques to simplify even the most complicated surgical procedures. We care for each patient as a true individual, and through a detailed and personalized approach, our staff have our patients back on their feet as swiftly as possible.
The RNFA is responsible for peri-operative duties under the direction of our surgeons and in collaboration with the surgical team.
Responsibilities:
- Positions the patient in accordance with the surgeon’s instruction.
- Uses standard and specialized equipment to aid in patient positioning.
- Provides the surgeon with appropriate visualization of the operative site using retractors and other techniques according to standards.
- Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes, i.e., sutures and staples.
- Uses laparoscopic equipment to assist during the surgical procedure.
- Selects and applies appropriate wound dressings.
- Assists with patient transport to and from OR, including from stretcher to bed.
- Participates in monitoring quality of care according to professional standards and established criteria.
- Performs other related duties as indicated.
- Assists with maintaining established organizational policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
- Works collaboratively with team to assist in room turnover.
- Evaluate and assess the patient during the recovery period.
Requirements:
- Three (3) years of continuous, documented experience as an RNFA.
- NASC certification required.
- Maryland RN license required.
- BLS/ACLS certification required.
- GYN experience required.
- Laparoscopic experience required.
- COVID-19 vaccination required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $58.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Perioperative Care
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rockville, MD 20854: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- physician assistant: 3 years (Required)
- surgical: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- RNFA (Required)
Work Location: One location