Perioperative RNFA — OR First Assistant

Penn Medicine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in West Chester, PA is seeking an experienced RN/FA to join the Operating Room. The RNFA provides comprehensive perioperative nursing care, applies the nursing process, and collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia and OR staff to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Requirements include BSN, PA RN licensure, RNFA certification per AORN standards (CNOR), ACLS, and at least two years of OR experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program; BSN required.
• RNFA program certificate meeting AORN education standards; CNOR certification.
• Two years OR experience required.
• ACLS certification; CPR and ongoing education.
• Proficiency in English; basic computer skills and data entry.
• PA RN licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate care, applying the nursing process and addressing diverse patient needs.
• Uses resources for patients with language barriers, special needs, and changes in patient condition.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects staff and patient safety with PPE and infection control.
• Performs pain assessments and evaluates outcomes of nursing interventions.
• Plans care based on patient needs and available resources; adjusts to OR schedule changes.
• Ensures adherence to policies and organizational goals and supports quality improvement.

Skills

RNFA program certification

Two years OR experience

ACLS certification

Perioperative nursing knowledge

Proficiency with clinical documenting

English literacy

Education

BSN required

Accredited Nursing Program

PA RN licensure

Tools

CNOR certification

AORN perioperative standards

EMR proficiency

CPR/AED training

Job description

Penn Medicine in West Chester, PA is seeking an experienced RN/FA to join the Operating Room. The RNFA provides comprehensive perioperative nursing care, applies the nursing process, and collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia and OR staff to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Requirements include BSN, PA RN licensure, RNFA certification per AORN standards (CNOR), ACLS, and at least two years of OR experience.