RNFA: Experienced Surgical First Assistant

Adventist Health; Los Osos (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a qualified RN First Assistant (RNFA) to assist surgeons in the operating room. The RNFA will work under the surgeon's guidance, supporting exposure, hemostasis, and wound management, while adhering to aseptic technique.

Minimum requirements include an Associate Degree in Nursing and completion of an RNFA course, plus three years of OR RN experience. Credentialing through Medical Staff is required upon acceptance.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
• RNFA course completion is required.
• Three years of RN experience in the Operating Room is required.
• Start credentialing through Medical Staff upon acceptance is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in the first assistant role during procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and wound exposure under surgeon supervision.
• Provide intraoperative hemostasis and wound care as directed.
• Safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials in the OR.
• Document procedures and ensure patient safety throughout the operation.

Skills

Operating Room experience

RNFA knowledge

Patient safety focus

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a qualified RN First Assistant (RNFA) to assist surgeons in the operating room. The RNFA will work under the surgeon's guidance, supporting exposure, hemostasis, and wound management, while adhering to aseptic technique.

Minimum requirements include an Associate Degree in Nursing and completion of an RNFA course, plus three years of OR RN experience. Credentialing through Medical Staff is required upon acceptance.