Surgical RN First Assistant — Intraoperative Care Leader

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an RNFA to serve as a first assistant in the operating room. The role collaborates with surgeons and the perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care, performing intraoperative support and preoperative assessments while monitoring responses to adjust care plans.

Emphasis on safety, ethics, and ongoing professional development. The RNFA will participate in care coordination and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring evidence-based

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Experience: 2-5 years in a relevant clinical setting; supervisory experience not required
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license; preferred certifications include Certified First Assistant, CNOR, and Certified RN First Assist

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons intraoperatively as part of the surgical team
• Conduct preoperative assessments and communicate patient outcomes
• Coordinate and evaluate perioperative care, ensuring patient safety and quality standards
• Participate in professional growth and ethical decision-making

Skills

Intraoperative support

Preoperative assessment

Perioperative care

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an RNFA to serve as a first assistant in the operating room. The role collaborates with surgeons and the perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care, performing intraoperative support and preoperative assessments while monitoring responses to adjust care plans.

Emphasis on safety, ethics, and ongoing professional development. The RNFA will participate in care coordination and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring evidence-based