Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years OR RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Advance your nursing career supporting surgical excellence as a skilled Surgical First Assist RN in a dynamic, high-acuity Operating Room environment. This contract opportunity offers flexible day shifts (choose from 8-, 10-, or 12-hour options), with scheduling preference toward end-of-week days. On-call requirements include one weekday call and one weekend shift twice per 6-week period. Enjoy time off on national holidays, with possible call coverage only as needed.
Qualifications:
- Active VA RN license and RNFA certification (required prior to submission)
- Current BLS certification
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a Surgical First Assist
- Independent experience with Da Vinci Robot procedures is essential
- Ability to scrub at end-of-day cases highly preferred
- Prior travel nursing experience is a plus
- Strong and versatile competency across specialties: robotics, spine, orthopedics, laparoscopic, general, GYN, vascular, ENT, and urology
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
- Additional BSMH credentialing required
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, create and revise individualized care plans, and evaluate outcomes
- Safely administer medications and adhere to clinical protocols in line with leading industry standards
- Coordinate perioperative care, acting as a resource to the surgical team and ensuring optimal patient safety
- Prepare, operate, and ensure maintenance of specialized equipment including the Da Vinci robot and microscope
- Anticipate and meet the needs of the scrub nurse; manage sterile packs and accurate recordkeeping
- Provide comprehensive pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care, including discharge planning and patient education
- Assist with procedures (e.g., Foley, prepping, IV insertion), and support anesthesia as needed
- Uphold infection control and universal precaution standards
Experience a collaborative environment in a department with 4-6 suites, averaging 10-20 cases per day, serving diverse adult and select pediatric patients. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented RN First Assist ready for your next exceptional assignment, apply now to make a difference in surgical care.