Registered Nurse First Assistant - Irvine, CA, United States - UC Irvine Medical Center

Description

Updated:
Apr 25, 2024


Location:
Irvine


Job Type:

Department:
ACC ‐ Irvine Operating Room UC Title: CLIN NURSE 4

Position Number:
Reports to: Nurse Services Manager 2

Working Title:

RN

First Assistant Cost Center:

ACC ‐ Irvine Operating Room Bargaining Unit:

CNA FLSA:
Nonexempt Date Created: 3/28/2024

Job Code:
Hours: 36 Shift: Not Applicable


FTE:

0.9 Position Summary:

The
RNFirst Assistant (RFNA) functions in an expanded perioperative nursing role that works collaboratively with the surgeon and other health care team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The RNFA adheres to standardized procedures, directly assist under the surgeon's direction, and may provide advanced assistance and further refinements of perioperative nursing practice requiring delegated medical functions having completed the advanced training, education, skills, judgment, and RFNA certification.

Provides comprehensive care and nursing management and is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care through the continuum of perioperative care.

Functions as a RNFA during operative and other invasive procedures as defined by the privileges that have been granted.

This includes preoperative assessment, intraoperative performance of surgical first assistant techniques, and postoperative patient management of surgical patients in collaboration with the healthcare team members.

Coordinates the overall care of patient between surgeon, anesthesiologist, and room staff. Participates in. Does not perform the function of scrub nurse while functioning as the RNFA. Maintains practice in accordance with organizational standards, scope of practice, credentials, privileges, experience, education, and competency verification.

Total Compensation In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding.

These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.

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Salary Range:
Hourly Rate Minimum $66.01 Midpoint $78.31 Maximum $90.61

Required Qualifications:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System Bachelor of Science in Nursing Must possess the skill, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Successful completion of an RNFA program that meets the "AORN standards for
RNfirst assistant education programs" with continued maintenance of the certification Minimum two (2) years diversified clinical experience as a perioperative registered nurse Minimum one (1) year experience as a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RFNA)

Strong ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively in English Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques relative to operative procedures Demonstrated ability and experience in identifying and meeting the needs of perioperative patients Demonstrated cognitive, psychomotor, and skills and ability for accountability and responsibility for identifying and meeting the needs of perioperative patients Demonstrated organization, critical and rational thinking, multitasking and ability to synthesize information and think through issues, directions and objectives calmly and logically Demonstrated ability to determine appropriate course of action in complex situations Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment Demonstrated ability to function independently as a
RNin the operating room as needed Required to work under Standardized Procedures for medical functions and be approved by the IDP and Credentials Committees Current unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California Prior to assisting with robotic surgery, completion of the da Vinci system didactic and practical skills training session covering the robotic system components and its proper use is required Demonstrated excellent customer service skills Licenses and Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support(Required)

Basic Life Support(Required) Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families Master's Degree in Nursing or related field Current Certified Operating Room/Peri-operative Nursing (CNOR) accredited certification Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community.

As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page:

Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at or at , Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m.

– 5:00 p.m.