Registered Nurse First Assist

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) to support surgical teams with comprehensive perioperative care in Wilmington, NC.

The role covers pre-, intra-, and post-operative nursing responsibilities to optimize patient outcomes. The RNFA will perform first-assist duties including tissue handling, exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure, while ensuring accurate documentation and patient-family education throughout the surgical process.

Qualifications

• Active RN license with perioperative/surgical nursing experience.
• Proficient in intraoperative procedures and first-assist techniques.
• Strong teamwork and communication to support surgical teams.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-operative nursing care.
• Perform tissue handling, exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interprofessional teams.
• Document surgical procedures accurately.
• Educate patients and families throughout the surgical process.

Skills

RN license

Surgical experience

First-assist techniques

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Role: Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)

Responsibilities

• Support surgical teams by providing pre-, intra-, and post-operative nursing care
• Perform first-assist duties such as tissue handling, exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interprofessional teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Ensure accurate documentation of surgical procedures
• Support patient and family education throughout the surgical process

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse license with relevant surgical nursing experience
• Proficiency in surgical assisting techniques and intraoperative procedures
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and clinical excellence