Surgical RN First Assistant | OR Leader in Perioperative Care

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 62,749 - 108,885; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant in Bakersfield, California. The RNFA collaborates with surgeons to provide optimal patient care during surgical procedures, ensuring effective and personalized care throughout the perioperative phases. This role demands experience in Operating Room practices and a commitment to participate during emergencies.

Applicants must possess a valid RN license in California, ACLS, BLS, and CNOR certifications, along with 5 years of OR experience. A Bachelor's of Science degree is also required. Competitive pay ranging between $45.55 - $79.04 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse in California.
• 5+ years of Operating Room experience required.
• Experience with total hip, knee, peripheral vascular and spine surgery or C-sections OR Neuro/spine experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the surgeon and health care team.
• Provide patient care by circulating or scrubbing surgical procedures when necessary.
• Plan and implement patient care and education during perioperative phases.

Skills

Registered Nurse Certification

Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)

Operating Room experience

Education

Bachelor's of Science

Job description

Dignity Health is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant in Bakersfield, California. The RNFA collaborates with surgeons to provide optimal patient care during surgical procedures, ensuring effective and personalized care throughout the perioperative phases. This role demands experience in Operating Room practices and a commitment to participate during emergencies.

Applicants must possess a valid RN license in California, ACLS, BLS, and CNOR certifications, along with 5 years of OR experience. A Bachelor's of Science degree is also required. Competitive pay ranging between $45.55 - $79.04 per hour is offered.