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Job Opportunity: RNFA - Cardiovascular Surgery Department

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

Position Overview

Role: Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Department: Cardiovascular Surgery (Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular surgeries)
Surgeons: 2 Cardiothoracic surgeons, 3 Vascular surgeons
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the OR for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries
- Experienced in endoscopic vein harvesting and radial artery harvesting
- Participate in OR call schedule

Work Schedule

Shift: 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (07:00 - 17:30)
Weekend Rotation: 1 in 4 weekends
Call Requirements: 1 in 4 weekdays (Monday-Thursday nights) and 1 weekend per month
Floating: Not applicable

Required Qualifications

Specialty: Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Required Certification: CRNFA
Acute Hospital OR experience required
Minimum Specialty Experience: 1 year preferred (facility accepts first-time travelers)
Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Required Certifications

CRNFA (Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant)
BLS (Basic Life Support) - Current, American Heart Association
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - As applicable
Other certifications may be required depending on unit and job specifics

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Valid Driver’s License/State ID
Social Security Card
E-Verify
Background Checks (within 30 days of assignment start):
- 7-year address history
- Social Security Number Trace
- National Criminal History Search (7 years)
- National Sex Offender Database Search
- FACIS Level 3 Search
- Education Verification
State License: Current Michigan RN license (verified within 30 days of start)
Physical Exam: Within 12 months of start, must note latex sensitivity
Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen with THC within 30 days of start
Immunizations and Health Requirements:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity verification
- Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination series or declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination or declination
- Seasonal Flu vaccination or declination (during flu season)
Fit Mask OSHA Respirator Form completed at least 1 week prior to start
Facility-specific modules and acknowledgements completed as required

Additional Requirements

References: 2 from previous employers
Resume: Current with at least 7 years of work history
Skills Checklist and Competency Exams as applicable

This position is suitable for RNs with acute OR experience who are comfortable assisting in complex cardiovascular surgeries and meeting call requirements. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Facility

Sparrow Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
624 beds

ADDRESS1215 East Michigan AvenueLansing, MI 48912

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About Lansing, MI

As a travel nurse in Lansing, MI here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lansing's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 82°F and winter lows are around 16°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Lansing and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Lansing is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options include buses operated by the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA).

Demographics

Lansing has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the region's flora.
There is a significant population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Lansing offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and breweries.
It also has a vibrant music scene and is home to various sports activities and outdoor recreational opportunities such as biking and paddling.

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