Registered Nurse First Assist

About the role

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a highly skilled individual responsible for supporting surgeons during general and specialized surgeries. This role involves preparing patients, administering medications, performing surgical procedures, and monitoring patient vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Aid the surgeon in various surgeries
• Prepare patients for surgery
• Provide patient care and support
• Administer medications
• Control bleeding and suturing incisions
• Handle tissue and perform surgical procedures
• Position and prepare the patient on the operating table
• Maintain vigilance over patient’s vital signs and heart rate
• Study patient history and health assessments
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• 3+ years to 5 years experience as a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

Qualifications

• Understanding of standard practices and procedures
• Medical expertise in handling and cutting tissue, suturing, providing hemostasis, and using medical devices
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile technique
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment

Skills

• Ability to support multiple service lines with a minimum of 2
• Trains other RNFAs
• Coordinates cases which require RNFA taking additional CEUs

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $75.21 - $100.96 per hour

Schedule

Day - 10 Hour (United States of America)