Program Overview
The RN First Assistant Program equips Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners with the knowledge and skills to excel as RN First Assistants in surgical and operating room settings. Through lectures, laboratory sessions, and a preceptorship, participants gain expertise in surgical principles, procedures, and collaboration with surgeons and patients. The program prepares individuals for advanced roles in surgical care, enhancing their career opportunities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The RN First Assistant Program provides a comprehensive grounding in principles and essential skills for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (APRNs) to advance their careers in surgical and operating room settings as RN First Assistants (RNFAs).
Objectives:
- Acquire a solid foundation in principles and intricate skills necessary for RNFA responsibilities, including scrubbing, draping, retracting, exposing, clamping, ligating, and suturing.
- Develop an understanding of the RNFA role, implementation of standardized procedures, hemostasis, wound healing, and closure.
- Gain knowledge of principles related to surgical emergencies, general surgery, urologic surgery, gynecologic surgery, anesthesia, and pharmacology.
Program Description:
The program consists of 52 hours of lecture and laboratory sessions, supplemented by a mandatory independent preceptorship (120 hours). Seasoned surgeons, clinical professionals, and perioperative nurse specialists impart knowledge and techniques crucial for assuming RNFA responsibilities. The RNFA role involves collaboration with both surgeons and patients.
Outline:
Lecture and Practicum Topics:
- Introduction to the RNFA Role
- Implementation of Standardized Procedures/Protocols
- Medical/Legal Aspects to Expanded Practice
- Reimbursement Issues
- Surgical Emergencies
- Pharmacology
- Wound Healing
- Wound Closure
- Hemostasis
- Anesthesia Concepts
- General Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- OB –Gynecology
- Electrosurgery Concepts
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
UCLA Extension
Overview:
UCLA Extension is a renowned continuing education institution affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It offers a wide range of courses, certificates, and specializations designed for professional development, career advancement, and personal enrichment.
Services Offered:
UCLA Extension provides a comprehensive suite of services for its students, including:
Courses:
Hundreds of open-enrollment courses are available in various fields of study, delivered online, in-person, or in a hybrid format.Certificates:
Students can earn certificates in specialized areas, demonstrating their expertise and enhancing their career prospects.Specializations:
Short series of courses designed to quickly equip students with in-demand skills and knowledge in focused areas.Student Services:
UCLA Extension offers comprehensive support services, including enrollment assistance, financial aid, scholarships, transcripts, career services, and international student support.Corporate Education:
Custom programs and corporate training solutions are available to meet the professional development needs of organizations.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
UCLA Affiliation:
Students benefit from the prestige and reputation of UCLA, a world-class research university.Industry Experts:
Courses are taught by experienced professionals and industry leaders, providing practical and relevant knowledge.Flexible Learning:
UCLA Extension offers a variety of learning formats, including online, in-person, and hybrid options, catering to diverse schedules and preferences.Career Advancement:
Certificates and specializations can enhance career prospects and open doors to new opportunities.Personal Enrichment:
Courses and programs cater to personal interests and provide opportunities for lifelong learning.Academic Programs:
UCLA Extension offers a wide range of academic programs across various fields, including:
Accounting & Finance
Architecture & Interior Design
Business & Management
Communications
Design & Arts
Digital Technology
Education
Engineering
Entertainment
Environmental Studies & Public Policy
Health Care & Counseling
Humanities & Social Sciences
Landscape Architecture & Horticulture
Legal Programs
Real Estate
Sciences & Math
Writing
Other:
UCLA Extension is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), ensuring the quality and rigor of its programs.
Degree Overview:
The RN First Assistant Program provides a comprehensive grounding in principles and essential skills for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (APRNs) to advance their careers in surgical and operating room settings as RN First Assistants (RNFAs).
Objectives:
- Acquire a solid foundation in principles and intricate skills necessary for RNFA responsibilities, including scrubbing, draping, retracting, exposing, clamping, ligating, and suturing.
- Develop an understanding of the RNFA role, implementation of standardized procedures, hemostasis, wound healing, and closure.
- Gain knowledge of principles related to surgical emergencies, general surgery, urologic surgery, gynecologic surgery, anesthesia, and pharmacology.
Program Description:
The program consists of 52 hours of lecture and laboratory sessions, supplemented by a mandatory independent preceptorship (120 hours). Seasoned surgeons, clinical professionals, and perioperative nurse specialists impart knowledge and techniques crucial for assuming RNFA responsibilities. The RNFA role involves collaboration with both surgeons and patients.
Outline:
Lecture and Practicum Topics:
- Introduction to the RNFA Role
- Implementation of Standardized Procedures/Protocols
- Medical/Legal Aspects to Expanded Practice
- Reimbursement Issues
- Surgical Emergencies
- Pharmacology
- Wound Healing
- Wound Closure
- Hemostasis
- Anesthesia Concepts
- General Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- OB –Gynecology
- Electrosurgery Concepts
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
