RN First Assistant: OR Leadership & Perioperative Care

5 Star Recruitment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency seeks a Registered Nurse First Assistant to assist surgeons during operative procedures, providing both preoperative and postoperative care. The ideal candidate will have an active RN license in Illinois, a completed RNFA program, and at least 2 years of experience in the operating room. The role requires leadership skills, proficiency in surgical techniques, and familiarity with EMR systems. Competitive benefits are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for qualified nursing professionals.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Illinois, actively in good standing.
• Completion of accredited RNFA program required.
• 2+ years of experience in OR as scrub or circulating RN.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during operative procedures and perform technical functions.
• Conduct patient assessments, provide education pre-surgery.
• Document perioperative events in EMRs and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical techniques

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois

Completion of an accredited RNFA program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EMR systems (Cerner, SurgiNet)

Job description

A healthcare staffing agency seeks a Registered Nurse First Assistant to assist surgeons during operative procedures, providing both preoperative and postoperative care. The ideal candidate will have an active RN license in Illinois, a completed RNFA program, and at least 2 years of experience in the operating room. The role requires leadership skills, proficiency in surgical techniques, and familiarity with EMR systems. Competitive benefits are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for qualified nursing professionals.