Robotics Research Assistant Jobs in Roxana, IL (NOW HIRING)

Missouri Baptist Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assist. This role offers an option to work 10 or 12 hour shifts with a start time of 6:30A. The cases include general, ortho, robotics, GYN, vascular, neuro, and spine in 23 operating rooms. CNOR is required, and the rate of pay may exceed the maximum listed. This position is bonus eligible and offers comprehensive benefits.

The BJC Registered Nurse Career Ladder differentiates BJC as the place for nurses to work in the greater St. Louis area. This is a tool to empower nurses to work at the top of their license and own their career progression. Moves to higher ladder levels will result in a percentage increase of current pay that aligns with the new job description.

Missouri Baptist Medical Center, an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients in collaboration with St. Louis Children's Hospital. Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nursing excellence and quality patient care.

The Surgical Services department consists of 22 ORs which include three heart team rooms and the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Role Purpose: Performs an expanded perioperative role as a first assistant to surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room. RNFA works alongside the surgeon to provide direct patient care. Works as a professional colleague with the perioperative team and collaborates with the patient-designated support person, and other health care providers when making decisions to plan care.

Responsibilities:

• Delivers intraoperative patient care as the first assistant to the surgeon(s) as a collaborative team member.
• Functions as a member of the surgical team and contribute to the overall efficiency of the peri-operative department.
• Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly. Administers Medications according to standard nursing practice. Develops and manages an individual plan of care that directs the intervention(s) of the RNFA. Implements, manages, and coordinates the perioperative plan of care related to RNFA interventions. Evaluates patient progress towards attaining outcomes. Systematically evaluates quality of nursing practice.
• Participates in professional development and life long learning. Seeks out and participates in learning opportunities. Evaluates their practice in context with current professional practice standards, rules and regulations. Contributes to the professional growth of peers, colleagues and others.
• Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Incorporates research findings into practice. Practices in an ethical manner using available resources to formulate ethical decisions. Advocates for individuals and groups related to perioperative health safety. Provides leadership in the profession and professional practice setting.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing
• Experience: 2-5 years
• Supervisor Experience: No Experience
• Licenses & Certifications: RN

Preferred Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
• Licenses & Certifications: Certified First Assistant, Cert Nurse OR (CNOR), CERTIFIED RN FIRST ASSIST

BJC Total Rewards: At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date. Disability insurance* paid for by BJC. Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution. 401(k) plan with BJC match. Tuition Assistance available on first day. BJC Institute for Learning and Development. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time. Adoption assistance.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs