RNFA PART-TIME WITH BENEFITS, 24 HRS A WEEK, M-W-F, 7AM-3:30PM

RNFA Part-Time with Benefits, 24 Hrs a Week, M-W-F, 7AM-3:30PM

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RNFA Part-Time with benefits, 24 hrs a week, M-W-F, 7am-3:30pm

RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER Borough of Red Bank, New Jersey

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• Requisition # 2025-169812
• Shift: Day
• Status: Part-time with Benefits

Overview

The RN First Assist collaborates with the surgeon or obstetrician and the health care team in performing a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. The RN first assistant practices perioperative nursing and must have acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and judgment specific to clinical practice. The RN first assistant practices in collaboration with and at the direction of the surgeon or obstetrician during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience. The RN first assistant does not concurrently function as a scrub nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation of patient care are reflective of Policy and Procedure and Standard of Care, measured by complete and accurate documentation. Properly complies with physician orders within a timely manner when applicable. Demonstrates the ability to care for patients by providing safe, direct patient care, demonstrating knowledge and competency in completing assigned tasks according to established standards and policies. Performs patient care duties in a safe and proficient manner. Follows the plan of care as directed by the surgeon or obstetrician. Tasks are performed as directed with minimal follow up. Maintains AORN standards in all aspects of patient care for the surgical team.
• Appropriately participates during crisis situations. Delegates tasks and assignments to appropriate staff within their scope of practice.
• Intra-operative Patient Care: Collaborates with the surgeon and other health care professionals for optimal surgical outcomes. Assists the anesthesiologist when applicable. Assists with patient positioning, skin preparation, and other areas of patient prep.
• Maintains ongoing communication with nursing staff, ancillary staff, other departments and physicians. Serves as a resource nurse. Communicates effectively with physicians. Implements surgeons\\\’ preferences in surgical procedures. Utilizes conflict resolution and negotiation skills appropriately.
• Makes rounds and responds to patient/family requests for assistance in a timely manner. Patient needs are promptly attended to in a courteous manner and steps are taken to anticipate and meet customer expectations.
• Teaches families and patients based on identified health needs. Facilitates a multi-disciplinary care delivery system. Utilizes appropriate teaching methodologies based upon the learning needs of the patient.
• Participates in the improvement process of quality patient care: Takes self-directed initiative to do more than is expected, acts before being required to, and/or creates opportunities. Participates in department PI activities.
• Postoperative Patient Care: The RNFA is responsible postoperatively for assisting in the safe delivery of the patient to the recovery room, communicating to appropriate health care personnel and family members performing follow-up care to evaluate the patient.
• Preoperative Patient Care: The RNFA is responsible preoperatively for interviewing the surgical patient for a comprehensive health history, performing nursing assessments, educating the patient, evaluating needs of the patient and families.
• Assignments are accurately completed with minimal supervision. Counseling as needed.
• Utilizes available resources to assist staff in providing patient education. Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology and nursing process to provide educational support. Identifies areas for educational offerings, including competencies.
• Adapts work schedule to meet the needs of the department. Floats between Maternity OR and Main OR depending on scheduled cases and area with greatest need.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the assigned service area.
• Clinical practice reflects Code of Ethics, applicable nursing regulations, standards of care, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Graduate of accredited RNFA program. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS HCP).

Licenses and Certifications Preferred: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Compensation

Starting at $51.12 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on factors including market data, experience, education, certifications, location, internal equity, and department budgets. Some positions may be eligible for incentives or shift differentials.

In addition to our compensation, Hackensack Meridian Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hackensack Meridian Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, marital status, or status as a protected veteran.

Hackensack Meridian Health is a mandatory influenza vaccination facility.

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