RN First Assistant Integrated Surgical Program Regular Full-Time (REVISED)

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary of Duties

This is a hybrid role supporting both the Robotic program at the Bayview campus and Orthopedic services at the Holland campus. The robotic RNFA component is an evolving position requiring adaptability and ongoing development of specialized skills.

The RNFA works collaboratively with the physicians and other members of the team throughout the patients entire perioperative experience. The successful candidate will assist the perianesthesia team in the Block Area in the safe provision of regional anaesthetics and care of the patient under moderate sedation. The RNFA will assist the perioperative team intraoperatively in all functions including circulating duties. The RNFA will assist the surgeon during surgery utilizing the relevant standards of practice to optimize patient outcomes. The core function of this position is expert clinical and evidence-based practice grounded in theoretical knowledge advanced education experience and assisting with teaching and research.

Applies the nursing process to all facets of the RNFA role including assessment nursing diagnosis and patient outcome identification care planning implementation and evaluation
Assists in providing a safe working environment for perioperative personnel and patients.
Promotes collegiality teambuilding leadership and management of conflict skills among the perioperative team
Acts as patient advocate and nurse liaison with patient families

Qualifications/Skills

CNOLicense
.N
CPN (C)
RNAO Membership
Completion of Recognized RNFA Program
Minimum 5 years experience in O.R.
2 years orthopaedic O.R. experience
BCLS/ACLS mandatory
Models professional behaviour
Pursues professional leadership and development
Demonstrated ability to exercise critical thinking

We thank all applicants for their interest. However only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Summary of DutiesThis is a hybrid role supporting both the Robotic program at the Bayview campus and Orthopedic services at the Holland campus. The robotic RNFA component is an evolving position requiring adaptability and ongoing development of specialized skills.The RNFA works collaboratively with ...