RN-First Assistant - full time - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Belleville (IL); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to join a collaborative surgical team. You’ll work alongside surgeons to provide exceptional perioperative care, using advanced clinical skills before, during, and after surgery.

This full-time role offers a new sign-on bonus of $10,000 and a fast-paced environment with a mission-driven team focused on high standards of care and patient advocacy.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum perioperative nursing experience.
• CNOR and RN-First Assistant class required within one year of hire/transfer. BLS/ACLS required within first year.
• CNOR Certification preferred.
• Position requires physical strength and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsabilidades

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care in the OR.
• Coordinates patient care with surgeons and other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Performs duties in alignment with Mercy mission and standards.

Conocimientos

RNFA

Perioperative Nursing

CNOR

BLS/ACLS

Educación

RN License

Nursing Degree

Descripción del empleo

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

• New Sign on Bonus - $10,000
• Nurse - First Assistant
• 40 hours per week, Days
• Mercy Hospital Jefferson
• Festus, MO 63028

Make a direct impact in the OR—every case, every day.

We’re seeking an experienced, motivated

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

to join a collaborative surgical team where expertise and teamwork truly matter. In this role, you’ll work side‑by‑side with surgeons to provide exceptional perioperative care, using advanced clinical skills to support patients before, during, and after surgery.

This is a full‑time opportunity for an RNFA who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values high standards of care, and wants to be part of a supportive, mission‑driven team. If you’re looking for a role where your skills are trusted, your voice is valued, and your work makes a meaningful difference—this is it.

Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Licensure:

Active RN licensure in the state of practice.

Experience:

Must have a minimum of perioperative nursing experience.

Certifications:

CNOR and RN-First Assistant class required within one year of hire/transfer. BLS/ACLS required within first year.

Other:

Demonstrates continued competence in assisting and in perioperative nursing.

Preferred:

CNOR Certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.

At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

As we grow, you'll grow with us.