Perioperative RN First Assist - Advanced Care Leader

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a First Assist Registered Nurse (RN) to provide critical perioperative care and assist surgeons with complex procedures. The RNFA delivers foundational patient care, supports intraoperative events, and collaborates with the surgical team to improve outcomes.

The role requires English proficiency, a valid nursing license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced operating room.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required as per VA standards.
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by accrediting bodies (ACEN/CCNE) or equivalent.
• Current full, active, and unrestricted nursing license in a US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fundamental perioperative nursing care.
• Assist in patient positioning, prepping, draping, and instrumentation.
• Provide education, safety, and self-management throughout the surgical continuum.
• Perform RNFA duties as delegated by supervising physician.
• Adheres to safety, privacy, and infection control requirements.

Skills

Decision-making

Nursing process

Collaboration

Education

State nursing license

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a First Assist Registered Nurse (RN) to provide critical perioperative care and assist surgeons with complex procedures. The RNFA delivers foundational patient care, supports intraoperative events, and collaborates with the surgical team to improve outcomes.

The role requires English proficiency, a valid nursing license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced operating room.