What are the responsibilities and job description for the WMH Nurse Practitioner or RNFA position at WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS?
Description
Wayne Memorial Hospital, located in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, is a non-profit community hospital providing high-quality outpatient and inpatient care. Serving over 100,000 residents across Wayne, Pike, Lackawanna, Susquehanna, and Luzerne Counties, the hospital offers comprehensive services, including a state-of-the-art Heart & Vascular Center and rehabilitation programs. As part of the Wayne Memorial Health System, the hospital is committed to improving community health and well-being. The Nurse Practitioner / Registered Nurse First Assistant (NP/RNFA) provides perioperative support and first-assisting services to surgeons and the surgical team in the operating room. This position is designed for a motivated, patient-focused advanced practice nurse who is developing clinical expertise in the surgical environment. The NP/RNFA collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perioperative nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to promote safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety, professional development, teamwork, and adherence to established clinical standards and hospital policies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide first-assisting services during surgical procedures within the scope of training, demonstrated competency, applicable law, and hospital privileges. Assist surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, tissue handling, suturing, wound closure, and other authorized intraoperative activities. Participate in preoperative and postoperative patient care as appropriate to the position and assigned responsibilities. Collaborate with surgeons and the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated, patient-centered surgical care. Maintain a safe, sterile surgical environment and adhere to infection prevention protocols, aseptic technique, and operating room safety standards. Assist with patient positioning, surgical preparation, equipment readiness, and verification of surgical supplies and instrumentation as assigned. Monitor the patient's clinical needs within the authorized scope of practice and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate team members. Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements. Participate in surgical time-outs, patient identification procedures, specimen handling, and other established safety protocols. Maintain professional communication with patients, families, surgeons, and healthcare team members. Participate in orientation, competency validation, continuing education, and ongoing professional development to enhance surgical and perioperative skills. Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and CME days, with CME reimbursement Malpractice insurance coverage provided Supportive work environment that values work-life balance and professional impact. Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or
Current Pennsylvania licensure as a CRNP
Current DEA registration or ability to obtain. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patient-centered approach to care At least one year experience as a RNFA in a hospital setting
Wayne Memorial Hospital, located in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, is a non-profit community hospital providing high-quality outpatient and inpatient care. Serving over 100,000 residents across Wayne, Pike, Lackawanna, Susquehanna, and Luzerne Counties, the hospital offers comprehensive services, including a state-of-the-art Heart & Vascular Center and rehabilitation programs. As part of the Wayne Memorial Health System, the hospital is committed to improving community health and well-being. The Nurse Practitioner / Registered Nurse First Assistant (NP/RNFA) provides perioperative support and first-assisting services to surgeons and the surgical team in the operating room. This position is designed for a motivated, patient-focused advanced practice nurse who is developing clinical expertise in the surgical environment. The NP/RNFA collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perioperative nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to promote safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety, professional development, teamwork, and adherence to established clinical standards and hospital policies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide first-assisting services during surgical procedures within the scope of training, demonstrated competency, applicable law, and hospital privileges. Assist surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, tissue handling, suturing, wound closure, and other authorized intraoperative activities. Participate in preoperative and postoperative patient care as appropriate to the position and assigned responsibilities. Collaborate with surgeons and the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated, patient-centered surgical care. Maintain a safe, sterile surgical environment and adhere to infection prevention protocols, aseptic technique, and operating room safety standards. Assist with patient positioning, surgical preparation, equipment readiness, and verification of surgical supplies and instrumentation as assigned. Monitor the patient's clinical needs within the authorized scope of practice and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate team members. Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements. Participate in surgical time-outs, patient identification procedures, specimen handling, and other established safety protocols. Maintain professional communication with patients, families, surgeons, and healthcare team members. Participate in orientation, competency validation, continuing education, and ongoing professional development to enhance surgical and perioperative skills. Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and CME days, with CME reimbursement Malpractice insurance coverage provided Supportive work environment that values work-life balance and professional impact. Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or
Current Pennsylvania licensure as a CRNP
Current DEA registration or ability to obtain. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patient-centered approach to care At least one year experience as a RNFA in a hospital setting