Registered Nurse First Assistant

Azza HealthCare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive health insurance

retirement plans

tuition assistance

paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to support surgeons during procedures and collaborate with the perioperative team. The role emphasizes patient safety and continuous professional development.

Requirements include an active RN license, nursing degree, and 2–5 years of nursing experience; CNOR or related certifications are preferred. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• RN license required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2–5 years in nursing experience; no supervisor experience required

Responsibilities

• Deliver intraoperative care as a collaborative team member, assisting surgeons during procedures.
• Conduct preoperative assessments, analyze data, and communicate patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient responses, modify care plans, and administer medications per standards.
• Coordinate and evaluate perioperative care, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Participate in professional development, integrate research, and advocate for patient safety.

Skills

Intraoperative care

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CNOR

Certified RN First Assist

Certified First Assistant

Job description

Role: The RNFA performs an expanded perioperative role as a first assistant to surgeons during surgical procedures, working closely with the surgical team to provide direct patient care and support throughout the perioperative continuum.

• Responsibilities:
  
  
  • Deliver intraoperative care as a collaborative team member, assisting surgeons during procedures.
  
  
  • Conduct preoperative assessments, analyze data, and communicate patient outcomes.
  
  
  • Monitor patient responses, modify care plans, and administer medications per standards.
  
  
  • Coordinate and evaluate perioperative care, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
  
  
  • Participate in professional development, integrate research, and advocate for patient safety.
  
  


• Qualifications:
  
  
  • Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
  
  
  • Experience: 2-5 years in nursing, with no supervisor experience required.
  
  
  • Licenses & Certifications: RN license; CNOR, Certified RN First Assist, or Certified First Assistant preferred.
    
  
  

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, professional growth, and adherence to ethical standards.

Benefits

• comprehensive health insurance


• retirement plans


• tuition assistance


• paid time off