Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist, Surgery, Full-Time

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the surgeon, provides the surgical team with assistance within the Operating Room and other similar settings. Through this skill development, attains proficiency in assisting the surgeon with specific intraoperative procedures that are beyond the scope of practice for registered nurses without RNFA education and training. Applies knowledge, skill, and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation that yields optimal results for the patient. Functions within the state laws regarding surgical assisting and state nursing practice act.

Job description

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse with Bachelor's degree
• Currently licensed to practice in the State of CA
• Current OR certification [CNOR] from the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) certification (existing RNFA will have one year to obtain CNOR. CNOR is a pre-requisite to CRNFA or RNAS-C certification)
• Must maintain currency with CNOR and attain CRNFA or RNAS-C within 2 years for ongoing employment
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• NRP if working in obstetrical areas

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Discounted Stock Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Student Loan Refinancing Program

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.