Perioperative RN First Assistant (RFNA)

University-of-California,-Irvin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

UCI Health in Irvine, CA is seeking an RN First Assistant (RFNA) to work within the perioperative team, collaborating closely with surgeons and the broader operating room staff to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

The RFNA will participate in preoperative assessment, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative management, ensuring seamless coordination among the surgeon, anesthesia, and nursing teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• RNFA certification and program completion per AORN standards.
• Minimum 2 years perioperative nursing experience.
• California RN licensure in good standing.
• Ability to work variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons under direction during operative procedures.
• Perform preoperative assessments and postoperative management.
• Coordinate care among surgeon, anesthesiologist, and staff.
• Adhere to standardized procedures and organizational standards.

Skills

RNFA certification

Perioperative nursing

English communication

Robotic surgery training

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

da Vinci system training

Standardized procedures

Job description

UCI Health in Irvine, CA is seeking an RN First Assistant (RFNA) to work within the perioperative team, collaborating closely with surgeons and the broader operating room staff to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

The RFNA will participate in preoperative assessment, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative management, ensuring seamless coordination among the surgeon, anesthesia, and nursing teams in a fast-paced environment.