RN First Assistant (RNFA) – Surgery – 13 Weeks Contract

Talented Medical Solutions; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 107,452 - 110,208; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant (RNFA) to join Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in Lodi, CA. The RNFA will assist with surgical procedures by providing direct support to surgeons, ensuring patient safety and sterile techniques in the operating room.

Qualified candidates must have an active California RN License, completion of an RNFA program, and relevant certifications. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $78 to $80 per hour, with an expected 40 hours per week over a 13-week contract.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of active RNFA experience required.
• Preferred 2+ years in perioperative nursing.
• Ability to function as first assistant during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support surgical procedures in operating room.
• Assist with incision, dissection, suturing, and patient care.
• Ensure sterile technique and patient safety.

Skills

Active RNFA experience

Perioperative nursing experience

Strong OR clinical experience

Critical thinking skills

Surgical support skills

Education

Active California RN License

Completion of an accredited RNFA program

CNOR Certification

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Tools

Intraoperative patient management techniques

Job description

RN First Assistant (RNFA) – Surgery – Contract

• Facility: Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
• Department: Surgery (RN First Assist)
• Location: Lodi, CA
• Address: 975 S Fairmont Avenue, Lodi, CA 95240
• Duration: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Day Shift (M–F 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM) + Call
• Call: Nights, weekends, and holidays
• Hours: 40 Hours/Week (approx.)
• Pay Rate: $78 – $80/hr
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,120 – $3,200/week

Job Summary

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant (RNFA) to support surgical procedures in the operating room. The RNFA will function directly with surgeons during operative procedures, assist with incision, dissection, suturing, and perioperative patient care while ensuring sterile technique and patient safety.

Requirements

• Active RNFA experience (1–2 years required)
• Perioperative nursing experience (preferred 2+ years)
• Strong OR clinical experience
• Ability to function as first assistant during surgical procedures
• Experience with intraoperative patient management and sterile technique
• Strong critical thinking and surgical support skills

Required Credentials

• Active California RN License
• Completion of an accredited RNFA program (AORN standards required)
• CNOR Certification (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• PALS Certification (Required)

Preferred Credentials

• CRNFA Certification
• AORN Membership
• PALS/PEARS additional perioperative training

Setting

• Operating Room (Surgical Services)
• Inpatient Surgical Procedures
• Perioperative Care Environment