RNFA (Perioperative Services) (CNA)

HiredFirst; Otter River (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Otter River, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant to support surgeons during procedures in perioperative services. The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program and completion of an RNFA program, along with at least three years of scrub experience in an acute care setting. Essential certifications include active RN licensure in California, BLS, ACLS, and CNOR. This position operates on a day shift schedule with responsibilities including ensuring patient safety and assisting in documentation.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in California required.
• 3+ years of scrub and circulate experience in acute care.
• Experience in ortho, ortho totals, GYN, and general surgery preferred.
• Experience in ortho, ortho totals, GYN, and general surgery.
• Annual surgeon review required.
• Active RN license in California.
• BLS & ACLS.
• CNOR certification.
• PALS (preferred).
• Professional Liability Insurance (PLI).

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during procedures and maintain sterile field.
• Provide perioperative patient care and support OR workflow.
• Document and coordinate within the operating room.

Skills

Scrub experience

Circulate experience

Patient assessment

Team coordination

Sterile field maintenance

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Completion of accredited RNFA program

Annual surgeon review

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CNOR certification

Job description

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) – Perioperative Services (Contract)

Schedule

Shift: Day Shift (4 x 10-hour shifts)

Hours (12-hour clock):

6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Days: Monday – Friday (no set day off)

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Assist surgeon during procedures; maintain sterile field and patient safety

Provide perioperative patient care (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)

Support OR workflow, documentation, and team coordination

Requirements

Education & Experience:

Graduate of accredited nursing program (required)

Completion of accredited RNFA program (required)

3+ years scrub & circulate experience in acute care

Experience in ortho, ortho totals, GYN, and general surgery

Annual surgeon review required

Licenses & Certifications:

Active RN license in California (required)

BLS & ACLS (required)

CNOR certification (required)

PALS (preferred)

Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) (required)