Surgery RNFA

Community Memorial Healthcare Inc; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Sign-on incentive

Continuing education & certification (

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarships

Vacation from day 1

403(b) with up to 7% match

Free parking & EV charging

On-demand food options

Job summary

Community Memorial Healthcare Inc. seeks an experienced RN First Assistant (RNFA) to provide direct patient care in the surgical environment in California. You will work under the surgeon's supervision and collaborate with the team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role requires RN licensure, completion of an RNFA program, and CHS credentialing. A strong emphasis on patient safety and intraoperative support is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• RNFA program completion per AORN standards required.
• Credentialed by CHS Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the surgical environment under surgeon supervision.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Work under the direct supervision of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase.

Skills

RN experience

RNFA

California RN license

BLS

ACLS

CNOR

OR teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

RNFA program completion

AORN credentialing standard

Job description

Job Description

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