Registered Nurse First Assist - Cardiac OR & Endoscopic Vein Harvest
Kalamazoo, MI
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RNFA) - Travel/Contract

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Must be proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting
• Cardiac Operating Room (CVOR) experience required
• Must have 3s or 4s skill levels in vein harvesting and cardiac areas
• Float coverage required for general department including ortho, vascular, gyn, thoracic, and general surgeries when cardiac is not applicable
• Will accept Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA) or Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)
• 5 years of experience strongly preferred (highest required years of experience)
• Previous travel experience strongly preferred (prior travel experience required)
• Desired start: February
• Shift options: 8 days on/40 hours per week or 10 days on/40 hours per week
• Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Call requirement: 12-18 days per month
• Weekend requirement: 2-3 weekends per month

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required if working in Pediatrics or ED
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - Required if working in Pediatrics
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - Required for all Emergency Department roles
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - As applicable
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - As applicable
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement - Required

Required Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (completed within 1 year prior to assignment, passing score ≥ 80%)
• Competency Exam in specialty (completed within 1 year prior to assignment, passing score ≥ 80%)
• Color Blind Testing (required for laboratory settings only)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of specialty experience (highest required)
• Prior travel experience strongly preferred

Health and Background Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 30 days of start (annual TB testing NOT required)
• TB Questionnaire updated annually
• Proof of Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine
• Proof of Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella immunizations or positive titers
• Hepatitis B titer, series, or facility declination required
• Varicella immunization or positive titer
• 10-panel drug test including Marijuana/THC within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/spiritual exemption required for candidates starting after November 1
• Criminal background check within 45 days of start, including lifetime search back to age 18
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• Michigan LARA fingerprinting required within 45 days of start for applicable positions
• Michigan Central Registry Clearance required for pediatric and certain specialty placements

Additional Requirements

• Complete application/resume with full 7 years work history, no gaps
• One professional reference from a supervisor or manager required
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable units
• Compliance with facility-specific policies including Code of Conduct, Appearance Standards, and vaccine exemption forms if applicable
• Fit mask testing required on-site (Honeywell DC365N95HC) for applicable roles

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) position in Kalamazoo, MI, requiring strong cardiac OR and vein harvesting skills, with a preference for candidates with prior travel experience and at least 5 years of specialty experience. The role includes float coverage in multiple surgical specialties, call and weekend requirements, and a comprehensive set of certifications, health screenings, and background checks.