What does PNSA mean in SURGICAL

PNSAs provide assistance to the surgeon and nurses during surgical procedures, including pre-operative and post-operative patient care. They work with medical staff such as surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other allied health personnel in order to ensure that operations are completed according to the highest standards of safety and quality.

PNSAs typically need at least one year of experience working in a hospital or clinical setting before they can become certified as a PNSA. Additionally, they should have good communication skills as well as excellent organizational skills and knowledge of surgical instrumentation.

The salary range for a PNSA varies greatly depending on experience level, location and employer. Generally speaking entry-level positions start around 000 per year while experienced professionals may make up to 000 annually or higher.

A PNSA generally works in an operating room or surgery suite within a hospital setting. This role requires them to be able to work quickly and efficiently in response to changing circumstances during surgical procedures.

The main responsibility of a PNSA is providing assistance during pre-operative preparations, surgeries themselves (including positioning patients, handing instruments etc.), closing wounds after surgery is complete, and post-operatively monitoring vital signs among other duties assigned by the RNs or surgeons present in the OR suite.