Registered Nurse, Certified Surgical First Assistant

Overview

Registered Nurse, Certified Surgical First Assistant. About City of Hope:
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.

City of Hope’s independently designated comprehensive cancer center is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. City of Hope’s model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus and a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

• Assists with procedures by functioning under the direct supervision and direction of the operating surgeon.
• Assists with procedures by providing appropriate methods of wound exposure.
• Assists with procedures by providing adequate hemostasis.
• Protects patient by demonstrating knowledge of safe tissue handling.
• Assists with procedures by demonstrating knowledge of suturing techniques.
• Assists with procedures by demonstrating knowledge of wound dressing and drains; positioning of patient; draping; tissue handling; wound exposure and closure; homeostasis; knot tying.
• Assists with duties in the OR as assigned by the Lead RN.
• Pulls Physician Preference cards according to cases.
• Insures availability and sterility of equipment for the cases.
• Selects appropriate instrumentation / equipment based on patient age and size.
• Assists in patient preparation, positioning and surgical preps according to protocols.
• Ensure appropriate documentation present and accurate on patient record per department and hospital policy.
• Ability to navigate the clinical information systems as needed to perform job duties.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental policy for reporting and handling malfunctioning equipment.
• Monitoring supplies to ensure availability of appropriate supplies for patient care and departmental operations.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment in the perioperative department including breakroom and locker rooms.
• Recognizes department problems and uses critical thinking skills to take appropriate actions.
• Prioritizes patient care and organizes activities in a logical sequence.
• Communicates effectively with the perioperative team while dealing with frequent interruptions in a high stress setting.
• Maintains positive interdepartmental relationships while communicating and coordinating patient care activities.
• Serves as a change agent by cooperatively adopting new processes determined through quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Education:

2-year associate degree or experience as an OR Tech required

Req. Certification/Licensure:
Illinois licensure as a Registered Surgical Assistant

CPR card required

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.