Surgical First Assistant RN - Frontline OR Impact

Sarah Bush Lincoln; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Bush Lincoln in Kentucky is seeking an RN First Assistant (RNFA or CNOR) to support surgical teams across elective and emergency cases. Responsibilities include scrub and circulating roles, patient transport, and maintaining OR readiness.

Typical hours: 6:00am start, Monday–Friday, 35–40 hours per week. Pay starts at $45.36 per hour, with compensation based on experience and case mix. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be ADN-educated with RN license and CNOR/RNFA credential preferred.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to perform scrub and circulating duties in surgical settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub and circulating duties for surgical procedures.
• Assists in patient positioning, prep, and draping.
• Assists with preparation, transport and supervision of patients.
• Maintains knowledge of aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
• Owns verification of operative procedures and case turnover.
• Provides education and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Disinfection

First assisting

Patient care coordination

Education

ADN

RN license

CRNFA credential

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Sarah Bush Lincoln in Kentucky is seeking an RN First Assistant (RNFA or CNOR) to support surgical teams across elective and emergency cases. Responsibilities include scrub and circulating roles, patient transport, and maintaining OR readiness.

Typical hours: 6:00am start, Monday–Friday, 35–40 hours per week. Pay starts at $45.36 per hour, with compensation based on experience and case mix. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and ongoing professional development.