Surgical RN First Assistant – Full-Time

Highland Hospital of Rochester NY; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 63,369 - 82,036; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare facility is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for a full-time position in Rochester, NY. The role involves providing direct care to patients across various stages of surgical procedures while assisting surgeons with specialized tasks. Candidates must be licensed as registered nurses in NYS with relevant certifications and experience. The pay range is competitive, from $46.00 to $59.55 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Fulfilled the requirements to be licensed as a registered nurse in NYS.
• ASPN III: 2 years experience as a Highland RN or 3 years RN experience from another healthcare provider.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse; RN’s in the RNFA role must have CNOR and RNFA program certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients using the nursing process preoperatively, intra‑operatively and postoperatively.
• Assist the surgeon in performing safe operations.
• Perform cauterizing, suturing, and incision on skin as required.

Skills

Basic knowledge of a PC including internet and email use

Education

Licensed as a registered nurse in NYS

Job description

A local healthcare facility is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) for a full-time position in Rochester, NY. The role involves providing direct care to patients across various stages of surgical procedures while assisting surgeons with specialized tasks. Candidates must be licensed as registered nurses in NYS with relevant certifications and experience. The pay range is competitive, from $46.00 to $59.55 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.