About Us
At Baylor Scott & White Health, we support the health of people, families, and communities. It is the largest non-profit healthcare system in Texas, encouraging healthy living.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access
to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more - Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
As a First Assistant Registered Nurse, you'll support physicians in clinic, hospital, and OR settings to provide top-tier medical care. You will collaborate closely with both physicians and patients in clinical and hospital settings to ensure excellent care. Your duties will cover the entire patient treatment process, from before to after surgery.
What You'll Do
- You'll carry out pre-surgical evaluations and focused nursing assessments, and issue pre-operative orders by following established procedures.
- You'll play a crucial role in patient care planning, by interacting and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
- One main responsibility is assisting surgeons during operations. This includes handling instruments, providing exposure, cutting tissue, ensuring hemostasis, and suturing tissues.
- After surgeries, you'll help manage patients with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisting with patient discharge and coordinating with community resources when needed is another key aspect of this role.
What Will Make You Successful In The Role
- Effective communication abilities.
- In-depth understanding of operating room proceedings.
- Ability to collaborate efficiently with all hospital departments.
- Detailed knowledge about patient procedures in a clinic environment.
- Proficiency in working collaboratively with all office staff members.
Belonging Statement
We think everyone should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. Our workforce should reflect the communities we serve.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of a recognized Nursing program.
- A minimum of two years of previous experience in nursing.
- The candidate must be a Registered Nurse
- The ideal candidate should possess RN-First Assistant certification, demonstrating their proficiency in aiding with surgical procedures.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed within 30 days of hire
