RN First Assistant - Surgery Full Time Day

Providence; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA is seeking a skilled RN First Assistant for a full-time, day-shift position in the OR. You will assist the surgeon, participate in circulating and scrub tasks, and support patient care throughout procedures.

Ideal candidates hold a nursing degree, California RN license, and several years in perioperative nursing; magnet-designated hospital experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate from nursing school with a diploma, ADN, or BSN.
• California RN license required at time of hire.
• 3 years of diversified perioperative nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with surgeon to perform safe operative procedures.
• Performs circulating and/or scrub duties as assigned when not assisting.
• Maintains practice privileges through Medical Staffing and follows RNFA procedures.

Skills

RNFA experience

Operating room support

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

California RN License

Job description

RN First Assistant - Surgery at Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Fullerton, CA. This position is Full Time and will work 12-hour, Day shifts.

Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA was designated as a Magnet organization in 2015 and 2020 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In April 2025, Providence St. Jude Medical Center is applying for redesignation.

In addition, we are recognized as a top regional hospital in 9 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and listed among the top 20 in Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals for California, is celebrated for its excellence in surgical and clinical care by Healthgrades.

The Registered Nurse First Assistant independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for patient requiring surgical intervention. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) collaborates with the surgeon and the healthcare team to perform a safe operative procedure with an optimal outcome for the patient. This individual renders direct patient care as defined by the RNFA Standardized Procedure and maintains practice privileges through the Medical Staffing office. When not providing assisting services, the RNFA will perform circulating and/or scrub duties as assigned.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team atSt. Jude Medical Centerand 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:

• Hired prior to 1/1/11 (and rehired after 1/1/11):
  • Graduate from nursing school with a diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing., Or
• Bachelor's Degree: Hired on/after 1/1/11:
  • Graduate from nursing school with a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing., Or
• Hired as a result of a unit transfer from Heritage:
  • Graduate from nursing school with a diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing., Or
• Hired as a ministry transfer:
  • Currently enrolled in a BSN program with an expected graduation date within 6 months of hire.
• Upon hire: California Registered Nurse License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 3 years of diversified perioperative Nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of diversified RNFA experience.

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.

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