RN - First Assistant, Mercy Jefferson

Make a direct impact in the OR—every case, every day. We’re seeking an experienced, motivated Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to join a collaborative surgical team where expertise and teamwork truly matter. In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with surgeons to provide exceptional perioperative care, using advanced clinical skills to support patients before, during, and after surgery.

About the role

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional perioperative care, supporting patients before, during, and after surgery
• Work side-by-side with surgeons using advanced clinical skills
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers
• Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice
• Minimum of perioperative nursing experience
• CNOR and RN-First Assistant class required within one year of hire/transfer
• BLS/ACLS required within first year
• Demonstrates continued competence in assisting and in perioperative nursing

Preferred Qualifications

• CNOR Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Prolonged standing and walking during each shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

Schedule

40 hours per week, Days

Location

Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Festus, MO 63028