Surgical RN First Assistant — OR Support & Skills

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking an RN First Assistant (RNFA) to support surgical teams at our Ohio facility. The role involves direct operating room assistance and performing defined surgical tasks under physician supervision.

Qualified candidates hold an Ohio RN license, have 24 months OR RN experience, and completed an RNFA course. BLS is required, with ACLS/NRP/PALS as determined by unit scope of practice. This is a full-time, first-shift opportunity at a not-for-profit health system.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Ohio required.
• Minimum of 24 months RN experience in an OR.
• Successful completion of approved RNFA course.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS as determined by unit scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in surgery and may perform specific significant surgical tasks under professional supervision.
• Under professional supervision, perform tasks such as applying/removing splints, placing Foley catheters, IVs, arterial lines, and local anesthesia as needed.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Team coordination

Patient safety

Education

Ohio RN license

BLS certified

Job description

Kettering Health is seeking an RN First Assistant (RNFA) to support surgical teams at our Ohio facility. The role involves direct operating room assistance and performing defined surgical tasks under physician supervision.

Qualified candidates hold an Ohio RN license, have 24 months OR RN experience, and completed an RNFA course. BLS is required, with ACLS/NRP/PALS as determined by unit scope of practice. This is a full-time, first-shift opportunity at a not-for-profit health system.