McLaren Health Care·Petoskey, Michigan
Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon throughout the perioperative period. Maintains a safe perioperative environment and applies the nursing process to ensure quality patient care.
Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Hospital. Provides technical first assist to the primary surgeon. Facilitates the application of the nursing process. Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment. Maintains a commitment to professional growth and development. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Supports the mission and vision of McLaren Port Huron through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback. Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon throughout the perioperative period. Facilitates the application of the nursing process in all facets of the RN First Assistant Role. Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment. Participates in a minimum of fifty (50%25) of monthly departmental meetings. Contributes to the effective communication and efficient operation needs of unit. Maintains commitment to professional growth and development. Performs other related duties as required and directed. #LI-KH1
Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Two (2) years of perioperative nursing Current RN license in the State of Michigan CNOR Open Heart experience with Vein harvesting Completion of an RNFA course BLS certification and/or Canadian equivalent Preferred: Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) CRNFA ACLS is preferred
Requires a nursing degree, current Michigan RN license, CNOR certification, and completion of an RNFA course. Candidates must have two years of perioperative nursing experience and specific expertise in open heart surgery and vein harvesting.
Market context
In Michigan, nursing roles often show steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and home health settings. These positions can be competitive because employers may prioritize licensure readiness, BLS timing, and flexibility for shift-based care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting to save research time, and confirm you can meet the High School Diploma or GED requirement and obtain BLS within 90 days before applying.
