RN First Assistant Nurse (RNFA) – Per Diem OR

Carson Valley Health; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Carson Valley Health in Nevada requires a trained RNFA to support surgical teams as a First Assistant. The role emphasizes collaboration with surgeons to achieve safe operations and optimal patient outcomes, without replacing the scrub nurse function.

Requirements include CNOR-ready RN license, completion of an RNFA program, and BLS/ACLS. Per diem status applies with 15% uplift to hourly rate and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• RNFA program meets AORN education standards and CBPN acceptance criteria.
• CNOR and RN licensure maintained with required CE.
• BLS and ACLS certification and ongoing proficiency in perioperative nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform RNFA responsibilities under the nurse practice act and AORN guidelines.
• Assist in surgical procedures as an RN First Assistant under surgeon direction.
• Maintain patient safety, environment, and efficient intraoperative flow.
• Document nursing care and medication administration accurately within policy.

Skills

RNFA knowledge

Effective communication

Acute care nursing

Intraoperative tissue handling

Intraoperative hemostasis

Aseptic technique

Education

RNFA program completion

Job description

Carson Valley Health in Nevada requires a trained RNFA to support surgical teams as a First Assistant. The role emphasizes collaboration with surgeons to achieve safe operations and optimal patient outcomes, without replacing the scrub nurse function.

Requirements include CNOR-ready RN license, completion of an RNFA program, and BLS/ACLS. Per diem status applies with 15% uplift to hourly rate and flexible scheduling.