RN First Assistant - Per Diem Day

Agence PROvidence; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to collaborate with the surgeon and perioperative team in the Napa area, supporting safe operations and optimal patient outcomes. The RNFA provides direct patient care as part of the perioperative role and assists during surgical treatment under direct supervision.

Required qualifications include California RN license on hire, BLS via American Heart Association, and at least 3 years of OR nursing.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of didactics of university based course in first assisting.
• Successful completion of endoscopic vein artery harvesting course.
• California RN License to be obtained upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association to be obtained upon hire.
• 3 years of RN experience in the Operating Room.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the surgeon and perioperative team to assist in safe operations.
• Render direct patient care as part of the perioperative role during surgical treatment under direct supervision.

Skills

First assisting coursework

Endoscopic vein harvesting training

Operating room experience

Education

California RN License

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Preferred)

National Provider BLS - AHA

Job description

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) collaborates with the surgeon and the healthcare team in performing a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. This individual renders direct patient care as part of the perioperative role assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. Performs duties within approved standardized procedures and under direct supervision.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Queen Of The Valley Medical Ctr and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Coursework/Training: Successful completion of didactics of university based course in first assisting.
• Coursework/Training: Successful completion of endoscopic vein artery harvesting course.
• Upon hire: California Registered Nurse License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 3 years as an RN in the Operating Room.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• 2 years of RNFA experience.
• Surgery experience with Endoscopic/open vein/artery harvesting.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About The Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Pay Range: $89.63 - $124.22