Perioperative Registered Nurse First Assistant

Aura Health; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health seeks an RNFA to provide advanced perioperative nursing care as part of the surgical team. You will support patients from pre-operative assessment through intraoperative first assist and post-operative follow-up at our Missouri facility.

Strong RNFA expertise, meticulous clinical judgment, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach are essential to ensure safe procedures and optimal outcomes for diverse surgical cases.

Qualifications

• RNFA expertise with strong perioperative nursing knowledge.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Solid clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to safety.
• Proficiency in sterile practices and perioperative workflow.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative assessments and assist with readiness for surgery.
• Provide first assist during intraoperative procedures in collaboration with surgeons and anesthesia.
• Conduct post-operative evaluation to support patient recovery and identify care needs.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure adherence to sterile technique and established standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary staff to support complex procedures and promote optimal outcomes.

Skills

RNFA expertise

Collaboration

Clinical judgment

Sterile techniques

Patient-centered care

Job description

Role:

RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) to provide advanced perioperative nursing care within the surgical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative assessments and assist with readiness for surgery.
• Provide first assist during intraoperative procedures in collaboration with surgeons and anesthesia.
• Conduct post-operative evaluation to support patient recovery and identify care needs.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure adherence to sterile technique and established standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary staff to support complex procedures and promote optimal outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills

• RNFA expertise with strong perioperative nursing knowledge.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Solid clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to safety.
• Proficiency in sterile practices and perioperative workflow.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.