RN First Assistant (OR) - $10K Sign-On, 40h Days

Mercy; Eureka (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for a full‑time, day shift in the OR. You will work alongside surgeons to provide expert perioperative care and support patients before, during, and after surgery.

This role offers a $10,000 sign‑on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Mercy emphasizes teamwork, mission, and high standards of patient care throughout the perioperative team.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in Missouri.
• Minimum perioperative nursing experience.
• CNOR certification preferred; RNFA class required within 12 months.
• BLS/ACLS within first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative care in collaboration with the surgical team.
• Assist surgeons as RN First Assistant in the operating room.
• Maintain patient rights, confidentiality, and safety during surgical procedures.
• Participate in care before, during, and after surgery.

Skills

Perioperative nursing experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Active RN licensure in Missouri

CNOR certification

RN-First Assistant class

BLS/ACLS within first year

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for a full‑time, day shift in the OR. You will work alongside surgeons to provide expert perioperative care and support patients before, during, and after surgery.

This role offers a $10,000 sign‑on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Mercy emphasizes teamwork, mission, and high standards of patient care throughout the perioperative team.