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Registered Nurse First Assist Senior - Orthopedic Surgery

CHRISTUS Health

Tyler, Texas 75703

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RNOrthopedic Surgery

Posted Jul 29, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 29, 2026

What this might mean for you

CHRISTUS Health is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

About this role

Description Summary: A Registered Nurse First Assist Senior is a nursing professional who renders direct patient care as part of the preoperative role by functioning as first assistant to the surgeon, and who assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care activities. Responsibilities: Practices an expanded role of preoperative nursing and has acquired knowledge and skills and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon through organized instruction and supervised practice. Interprets diagnostic studies, promotes positive health behaviors and skills through education and counseling. Requirements: Associate's Degree in Nursing RN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time

Skills for this role

Patient Care

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • rn license
  • Associate's Degree in Nursing
  • RN License in state of employment or compact
  • BLS

About the employer

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CHRISTUS Health
Hospital

CHRISTUS Health is a faith-based, not-for-profit Catholic health system with operations in San Antonio, TX, and globally. Led by President and CEO Ernie Sadau, the system has earned the prestigious 'Great Place to Work' national certification in consecutive years, with…

3.4 Google rating
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What reviewers appreciate

  • Great Place to Work certified with 83% employee approval rating, 24 points above typical U.S. company
  • Faith-based mission-driven culture with clear, well-communicated core values
  • Consecutive-year Great Place to Work certification indicates sustained employee satisfaction

What reviewers flag

  • Specific negative feedback from nurses was not captured in the provided research sources
  • Faith-based Catholic culture may not align with all nursing professionals' personal preferences or work style expectations
  • Job descriptions emphasize need to cope with and manage clinical contingencies, suggesting potentially demanding clinical environments
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Living in Tyler, TX

Tyler, the Rose Capital of America, blends East Texas piney woods charm with a growing medical hub. Rose-district murals and azalea-lined brick streets hint at deep community roots, while major regional health systems draw nurses seeking manageable commutes, mild winters, and a slower suburban pace that still keeps weekend lake trips within easy reach.

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Metro price level · Tyler area
92.2
8% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,252/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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