What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse First Assistant / RNFA CVOR position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our Midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
Responsibilities
The RNFA and/or First Assist practices in collaboration with and at the direction of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Associates Degree in Nursing (A.D.N.) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) from an accredited school.
- Completion of an accredited first assistant educational program.
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.
- CNOR certification
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
- Minimum 2 years operating room experience
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified