Registered Nurse, First Assist - OR - Full Time, Days

About Montrose Regional Health:

• As the leading healthcare in the Uncompahgre Valley, MRH offers patients personalized and professional healthcare backed by the latest technology experience, and partnership, we continue to evolve and broaden our comprehensive services in 23-specialties and sub- specialties. We are the hospital, the healthcare resource, and the employer of choice in our communities. Montrose Regional Health is a not for-profit accredited by the Joint Commission meeting the highest standards of healthcare.

About The Department:

• The Surgical Services Department at Montrose Regional Health is committed to providing quality surgical services and improve the quality of life for our patients. We provide surgical services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

About the Career:

• The registered nurse first assist assists the surgeon during a surgical procedure carrying out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation. The non-physician first assistant practices under the direct supervision of the surgeon. Must demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and other cognitive education with additional education in the use of surgical instruments on tissue versus the handling of instruments.

All About You:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program with Colorado State Board of Nursing licensure as a Registered Nurse. Must have completed an approved surgical first assistant program for registered nurses.
• Training & Experience: Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) is preferred. Active membership in professional perioperative nursing organization (AORN) recommended. BCLS certification required upon hire. ACLS recommended. Must have had experience in OB, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Dental, Urology, and general surgery cases.
• Job Knowledge: Knowledge of surgical instrumentation use, care, and cleaning. Ability to manage instruments in the variety of cases listed above.

What We Offer:

• Mentoring
• Continuing Education
• 401 K Retirement Plan with employer match
• Multiple health options to selection from
• Ability to earn an additional $5.00 per hour by participating in our Clinical Ladder program

Our Brand:

• Integrity & honesty in everything we do
• Service with care and compassion
• Excellence
• Leadership with innovation & Creativity
• We care for our team like family.

* This position is located in Montrose Colorado