RN First Assistant - Perioperative OR Specialist (Sign-On $10k)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

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

This full‑time role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a mission-driven team, opportunities for growth, and a $10,000 sign‑on bonus).

Qualifications

• Must have perioperative nursing experience.
• CNOR and RN-First Assistant class required within one year of hire/transfer.
• BLS/ACLS required within first year.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Demonstrates continued competence in perioperative nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and provide perioperative care in collaboration with the team.
• Support patient safety and maintain confidentiality throughout the perioperative phase.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

RN licensure

Voice in OR

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

RN First Assistant CNOR preparation / CNOR (preferred)

Job description

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

This full‑time role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a mission-driven team, opportunities for growth, and a $10,000 sign‑on bonus).