Registered Nurse First Assistant, Labor & Delivery

Overview:
Registered Nurse First Assistant, Labor and Delivery The RN First Assistant renders direct patient care as part of the perioperative role by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. This is accomplished under the direct supervision of the Attending Surgeon and in accordance to the goals of the department of Surgery and Philosophy of the Division of nursing and the policy of the medical staff. This full-time Labor & Delivery Nurse (RN, L&D) will join us in our modern 16-bed unit with 3 C-section OR's for laboring women. Typical surgeries include but are not limited to C-Sections, tubal ligations, emergent hysterectomies, D&C. Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career! VHC Health is a 453-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in Best Hospitals in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.

Qualifications:
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Certificate in First Assisting Course required. Four years of Operating Room experience and demonstrated leadership ability required. Licensed as a Registered nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing. American Heart Association BLS Certification required. Certification in Perioperative Nursing to be obtained within 12 months. CRNFA preferred.

Responsibilities:
Collaborates with surgeon and team members to prepare the patient and to prepare for the surgical intervention.Assist in positioning and draping.Identifies normal/abnormal anatomy.Modifies techniques based on findingsPrepare room/supplies based on age requirements of patient.Analyzes critical situations and plans to implements appropriate action, as team member.Interviews patient preoperatively and plans care according to patient's needs and surgical intervention; incorporates family and significant others into the assessment.Communicates relevant data to team members (physical findings, lab data, x-rays).Reports safety hazards and aseptic "breaks" in technique.Demonstrates the technical skills and knowledge of the roleRetractionProper handling of tissueSuctioning techniques.Demonstrate manual dexterity.Demonstrate proper use of instruments.Reviews postoperative orders with surgeon and relevant team members.Assist in patient's education and discharge planning.Demonstrates timely response in critical situations.Assist in management of cardiac arrests and other emergencies.

Benefits:
Paid Major HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off / VacationSick TimeHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceUndergraduate Student Loan RepaymentFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Health Fitness & Education Class DiscountsEmployee Wellness BenefitsHospital Discount for Employees and FamilyVHC Retirement ProgramTuition ReimbursementFree onsite parkingCommuter BenefitsCareer CoachingFamily Leave401(k) + Matchand much more!