What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse / RN First Assistant OR position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Surgery (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) First Assistant 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 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, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, 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
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas
- Completion of an accredited first assistant educational program
- Minimum 2 years’ operating room experience
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- Approved Hospital Credentialling
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified