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Why a Surgeon’s Surgical Assistant is Essential in the OR

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) are critical team members who directly impact the efficiency and safety of every procedure. In the high-stakes environment of the operating room, a surgeon’s success is rarely a solo achievement.

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Why Surgical Assistants Are Essential for Efficient Office Suites

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Surgeons working in office suites or surgical centers rely heavily on their surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) to streamline procedures, save time, and reduce costs. In the fast-paced world of surgery, efficiency isnt just a luxuryits a necessity.

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The Future of Surgical Assisting: Stronger Together

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Surgical assisting is evolving rapidly, and the future looks brighter than ever for RNFAs, Surgical Assistants, and Physician Assistants. As the healthcare industry grows, these professionals play an increasingly critical role in ensuring successful surgeries. The future isnt just about individual skillsits about collaboration.

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Battling Burnout in Nursing

The Circulating Life

Safe surgical care demands seamless collaboration between surgeons, nurses, techs, and anesthesia providers, so that we can achieve excellent outcomes. Current Statistics of Burnout in Nurses Prior to the pandemic, surveys showed that almost a third of nurses were suffering from burnout. So How Do We Prevent Nurse Burnout?

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Distal Biceps Tenodesis Surgical Assisting with Arthrex Techniques

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) are essential in complex surgeries like distal biceps tenodesis. They provide critical intraoperative support, assisting with retraction, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field.

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Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System launches program aimed at optimizing surgical pain management and reducing opioid use

Goldfinch Health

Patients in our ERAS programs benefit by receiving education, instructions, and supplies given by trained ERAS nurses to be prepared for surgery. Patients participating in the program will benefit from the support of a Goldfinch Nurse Navigator, a trained expert in surgery and recovery.

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The Vital Role of a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

Team Collaboration Communicating effectively with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. The path to this career typically involves the following steps: Educational Background Most CSFA candidates begin their careers as surgical technologists or registered nurses (RNs) with experience in the operating room.