RNFA - Full-Time Surgical Assistant

Aura Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is seeking an RNFA to provide advanced perioperative nursing care with a focus on first assist in cardiovascular surgeries. The role involves close collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the CVOR team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a dynamic OR environment.

The RNFA will support all phases of patient care—pre-, intra-, and post-operative—emphasizing safety, evidence-based practices, and ongoing professional development. This position is onsite in Atlanta, GA.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with specialized training or experience as a First Assist (RNFA) in cardiovascular surgery.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced perioperative nursing care with a focus on first assist in cardiovascular surgeries.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the CVOR team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Support all phases of patient care—pre-, intra-, and post-operative—focused on patient safety and evidence-based practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Role: RNFA – Cardiovascular OR

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced perioperative nursing care with a focus on first assist in cardiovascular surgeries.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the CVOR team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Support all phases of patient care—pre-, intra-, and post-operative—focused on patient safety and evidence-based practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse with specialized training or experience as a First Assist (RNFA) in cardiovascular surgery.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous professional development.