Certified RN First Assistant — Surgical OR

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Cedar Crest (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an RN to assist during office hours with clinical duties and to scrub in on surgical procedures under surgeon supervision. The role supports patient care integrity and participates in the professional practice model.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, PA RN licensure, and PA-specific certifications, with significant operating room experience to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• 2 years of orthopedic case in the operating room.
• 4 years in the operating room.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
• CRNFA-Cert RN First Assistant CCICBPN - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists the provider during office hours with clinical duties (i.e. rooming patients, cast/splint application and removal, etc.).
• Assists by scrubbing on surgical procedures under supervision of the surgeon and physician assistant.
• Supports the Professional Practice Model and participates in performance improvement efforts.
• Acts as a preceptor for new employees and affiliating students.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an RN to assist during office hours with clinical duties and to scrub in on surgical procedures under surgeon supervision. The role supports patient care integrity and participates in the professional practice model.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, PA RN licensure, and PA-specific certifications, with significant operating room experience to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.