Perioperative RNFA: OR First Assistant (PRN)

United Surgical Partners International; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Westminster Surgery Center, part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), seeks a motivated PRN Registered Nurse First Assistant to join our busy perioperative team in Westminster, MD. You will function as an RN first assistant during operative and invasive procedures, delivering safe, patient-family centered care across the perioperative continuum.

Key responsibilities include assisting surgeons, preparing patients, monitoring vitals, and educating families.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and RNFA program.
• CNOR certification required.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Current RN licensure in state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years' RNFA experience.
• Ambulatory surgery experience strongly preferred.
• Preoperative training and OR experience required.
• Scrub and circulating nurse capabilities expected.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon in general and specialized surgeries.
• Prepare patients for surgery.
• Provide patient care and support.
• Administer medications.
• Perform surgical tasks such as controlling bleeding, suturing, draping, exposure, and tissue handling.
• Prepare supplies and operate room equipment.
• Position patient on the operating table and monitor vitals.
• Educate patient and family about operation and aftercare.
• Conduct postoperative assessments.
• Monitor for pain or complications after surgery.
• Review patient history and health assessments.
• Communicate patient health status to family.
• Monitor surgical site healing or infection.
• Participate in research as needed.
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required.

Skills

RNFA

CNOR

BLS

ACLS

RN licensure

Ambulatory surgery

Surgical scrubbing

Education

RNFA program

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Westminster Surgery Center, part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), seeks a motivated PRN Registered Nurse First Assistant to join our busy perioperative team in Westminster, MD. You will function as an RN first assistant during operative and invasive procedures, delivering safe, patient-family centered care across the perioperative continuum.

Key responsibilities include assisting surgeons, preparing patients, monitoring vitals, and educating families.