Registered Nurse-First Assist

Job ID #1861350

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About this Role

As a First Assist, you play a critical role in supporting surgeons before, during, and after surgical procedures. Your expertise as a First Assist enhances surgical outcomes by providing direct assistance in complex procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining optimal surgical conditions. Collaboration with your surgical team and fulfilling the responsibilities of a First Assist are vital to delivering high-quality patient care.

$3,130.00 / week

Lafayette, Indiana

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: First Assist

Division: Travel Nursing

Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 5 day(s)/week

Start Date: 06/17/2025

Duration: 92 Days

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary First Assist during surgical procedures, providing direct support to surgeons.

Prepare the operating room and assist with positioning patients for optimal surgical access.

Utilize advanced skills as a First Assist to handle surgical instruments, provide exposure, control bleeding, and suture incisions.

Maintain a sterile field and uphold all infection control protocols throughout procedures.

Collaborate closely with surgeons and the surgical team to ensure efficient, safe, and successful surgeries.

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) or equivalent credential.

BLS Certification.

Two years of recent experience as a First Assist in a surgical setting.

Excellent communication, critical thinking, and adaptability skills.

Why Work With TotalMed

Benefits

401(k)

Licensure, relocation, reimbursements

Continuing education

Housing

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