RNFA, Cardiac Surgery

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Sign-on incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation from Day 1

403(b) retirement plan

Free parking

Continuing education

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno, CA seeks a skilled RN First Assistant to provide direct patient care in the surgical environment and collaborate with the surgeon and OR team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates will hold a California RN license, BLS certification, and complete RNFA/OR credentials; ACLS within 180 days is required. This role reinforces a patient-centered care culture with strong teamwork and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license in California and completion of RN First Assistant program.
• Experience as RNFA or surgical first assistant preferred.
• Ability to work under supervision with surgeon and OR team.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in the surgical environment.
• Works with surgeon and team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skills

RN First Assistant experience

Team collaboration

Surgical support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

RNFA program completion

CHS credentialing

Job description

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes
• Direct impact on quality patient care
• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service
• Progressive sign-on incentive paid over time for eligible candidates
• Time and a half after 8 hrs +
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 7% matching contributions
• Free parking and electric charging
• Great food options with on-demand ordering

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care in the surgical environment and works collaboratively with the surgeon and other team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Works under the direct supervision of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase. The RN First Assistant (RNFA) may not concurrently function as the Scrub Nurse while functioning as an RNFA.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Successful completion of an RNFA program that meets the Association of Perioperative RN (AORN) standards required
• Credentialed by the CHS Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional and privileged to perform RN First Assistant standardized procedures required

Experience

• 1 year of relevant experience in area of specialty required

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position
• CNOR - Certified Operating Room Nurse from the Competency and Credentialing Institute (CCI) required
• CRNFA - Certified RN First Assistant preferred

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.