Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant Salary in Pennsylvania

The Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant assists surgeon during surgical procedures by positioning skin preparation, providing wound exposure, performing tissue dissection, suturing, and other surgical tasks. Provides direct patient care to surgical patients throughout the perioperative period. Being a Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant participates in discharge planning and counsels patients and caregivers on appropriate post-operative care. Administers medications and IV treatments as necessary. In addition, Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant requires graduation from an approved nursing program. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires certification as a Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) and may also require Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification. Requires a state license to practice. Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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