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Description

Registered Nurse / Surgical First Assistant / Operating Room

Shift: Full Time 6:30a – 5:00p

Location: Emory Ortho & Spine Hospital, 1455 Montreal Rd NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30084 Emory Orthopedic and Spine Hospital utilizes 9 OR rooms with 12-23 cases per day. Coming this fall, expansion to 11 OR rooms! All cases are ortho and/or neuro spine.

This position is 6:30a – 5:00p Full Time

We are seeking a capable Surgical First Assist / Registered Nurse / Physician Assistant who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients, and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population. 

• Assists attending surgeon, surgical resident and/or physician's assistant during surgical procedures including retraction, hemostasis, suctioning, suturing, suture organization, wound management and other assistance as necessary. Assists in opening and closing the patient's spine.
• Assists in opening and closing surgical wounds.
• Performs debridement of primary and secondary closure of muscle flaps.
• Employees in some areas may be required to assist with bone grafts, as well as, harvest and prepare bone graft for spinal fusion.
• Assists in spine procedures including anterior cervical discectomy/fusion, posterior cervical fusion, anterior thoracic/lumbar decompression/fusion, posterior thoracic/lumbar decompression/fusion, and insertion of spinal instruments.
• Preps, positions, catharizes, and drapes patients and assists in exposing and suturing wounds.
• Assists in management of patients during emergency situations.
• Maintains confidentiality, patient privacy, and operation room standards.
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Complies with and adheres to departmental policies and procedures in accordance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• All nurses employed in roles requiring an unencumbered nursing license must have a valid, active license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
• Successful completion of the Emory Surgical Assistant training program or a Registered Nurse/Physician's Assistant nationally certified as an Registered Nurse First Assistant.
• BLS and Healthcare Provider certifications required.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.