RN First Assistant Internship

Catalog description

The RN First-Assistant Directed Internship offers clinical preparation for perioperative nurses in first assisting. This internship is based on certain assumptions about the rights of patients and needs of the learner. The College attaches significance to the patient's right to have a qualified assistant during surgical intervention. The perioperative nurse who is prepared as a first assistant is capable of acting collaboratively in assisting both surgeon and patient. The College also believes that the perioperative nurse entering this internship will be a highly motivated individual and bring to the internship personal and professional experience of high quality. Flexibility and respect for individual student goals are essential in planning the internship. Therefore, each student has an active part in determining objectives, identifying learning resources and evaluating attainment of goals. Students work with a College faculty facilitator and surgical preceptor during the internship. The College recognizes AORN's position statement on the role of the RN First Assistant. The program meets AORN Education Standards and is accepted by the Certification Board for Perioperative Nursing. NOTE: The following must be submitted prior to registering for the Internship: A letter from the department manager validating the nurse's experience (in years), proficiency in scrub and circulator roles, ability to perform in stressful and emergency situations, and ability to perform effectively and harmoniously as a team member. A copy of the display portion of the professional license to practice nursing in the state in which the internship is to be done. Evidence of current professional malpractice insurance (policy and cancelled check) Completed health examination (form supplied by the College) Evidence of current health insurance policy. Evidence of current CPR certification (ACLS) Copy of certification card (CNOR) 6 weekly clinical hours