Registered Nurse First Assistant

Details Location: Carmel, INFacility: Ascension St. VincentDepartment/Specialty: SurgerySchedule: Day Full-timeBenefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.Responsibilities Provide direct assistance to surgeons before, during and after surgical procedures.Responsibilities:Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment whennecessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.Implement physician orders to provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.One or more of the following required:Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Certified Registered Nurse specializing in Operating Room credentialed from the Competency &Credentialing Institute (CCI) preferred.Certified Registered Nurse specializing in First Assistant credentialed from the National Assistantat Surgery Certification preferred.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Created: 2026-03-02