RN First Assist: Lead Surgical Support & Perioperative Care

Carle Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 63,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks an RN First Assist to support surgeons and the OR team through perioperative care and independent nursing actions. The RNFA collaborates with surgeons for safe, efficient operations and post‑operative assessments, while maintaining readiness of trays and supplies.

Qualified candidates will be a licensed RN with CNOR and BLS credentials, and have at least 2 years in perioperative nursing. The role emphasizes patient safety, education, and teamwork within a dynamic surgical

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with Illinois IDFPR
• BLS within 30 days - American Heart Association
• CNOR certification

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon in general and specialized surgeries.
• Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
• Provide patient care and support
• Administer medications.
• Scrub and circulate per unit needs.
• Prepare supplies and assist in equipment organization and turnover.

Skills

RN license

CNOR

BLS within 30 days

Perioperative nursing

Education

Nursing diploma

RNFA program completion

Job description

Carle Health seeks an RN First Assist to support surgeons and the OR team through perioperative care and independent nursing actions. The RNFA collaborates with surgeons for safe, efficient operations and post‑operative assessments, while maintaining readiness of trays and supplies.

Qualified candidates will be a licensed RN with CNOR and BLS credentials, and have at least 2 years in perioperative nursing. The role emphasizes patient safety, education, and teamwork within a dynamic surgical