Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Northshore Home Health Care; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Fallon, NV is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assist to provide intraoperative care in the operating room and support surgeons during procedures.

The role requires an active RN license with 2–5 years in perioperative settings and CNOR or similar certifications; BSN preferred. Benefits include medical, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Requires active RN license and perioperative nursing competencies.
• CNOR or Certified RN First Assist or Certified First Assistant certifications are preferred.
• Knowledge of perioperative procedures, teamwork and patient safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver intraoperative care and assist during surgeries.
• Monitor patient responses and advocate for patient safety.
• Engage in professional development and patient/family education.

Skills

RN license

CNOR

Certified RN First Assist

Certified First Assistant

Teamwork

Patient safety

Research integration

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Role: The Registered Nurse (RN) First Assist works in the Operating Room, collaborating closely with surgeons to provide intraoperative patient care and support during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

Performs preoperative assessments, assists during surgeries, monitors patient responses, administers medications, and develops individualized care plans. Contributes to team efficiency, ensures patient safety, evaluates care quality, and advocates for patient safety and ethical practice. Engages in ongoing professional development and patient/family education.

Qualifications & Skills

Requires an RN license, 2-5 years of experience, and certifications such as CNOR, Certified RN First Assist, or Certified First Assistant. A BSN degree is preferred. Knowledge of perioperative procedures, teamwork, patient safety, and research integration is essential.

Key Duties

Deliver intraoperative care, collaborate with surgical teams, evaluate patient progress, and participate in professional growth activities. Must have strong communication, clinical, and organizational skills.

The role offers benefits including medical coverage, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a sign-on bonus. It is designed for professionals committed to perioperative nursing excellence and patient advocacy.