Registered Nurse - First Assist (RNFA)

About the role

The RN First Assistant (RNFA) collaborates with surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room, providing direct patient care and supporting perioperative team efforts. This PRN position primarily works as a first assistant to ensure efficient and safe surgical outcomes.

Schedule

8-hour shifts from 7AM to 3:30PM, with a 45-minute call time.

Responsibilities

• Delivering intraoperative care as a first assistant, performing preoperative assessments, and communicating patient outcomes throughout the perioperative process.
• Contributing to surgical team efficiency by considering safety, effectiveness, and resource management in care planning.
• Monitoring patient responses, administering medications, developing and managing personalized care plans, and evaluating patient progress.
• Participating in professional development, integrating research into practice, advocating for patient safety, and providing patient and family education.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing diploma or associate’s degree; bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience: 2-5 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license; Certified First Assistant, CNOR, or Certified RN First Assistant preferred.

Skills

• Strong collaboration, assessment, communication, and clinical skills, with a focus on perioperative patient safety and care quality.