Fulltime - Days - OR - 423- Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the OR Unit Coordinator, Manager, and Director of Perioperative Services, the OR Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse First Assistant (RN/RNFA) demonstrates proficiency in all aspects of perioperative nursing care, including patient assessment, care planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation. The RN/RNFA functions in both the circulating nurse and first assistant roles and is responsible for providing safe, efficient, and evidence-based patient care throughout the perioperative continuum.

This position serves as a hybrid role and will fulfill both Registered Nurse Circulator and Registered Nurse First Assistant responsibilities based upon procedural requirements, staffing availability, departmental operational needs, and competency validation.

The RN/RNFA participates in the department call schedule and may be assigned:

• RN Circulator Call
• RN Circulator Back-up Call
• RN First Assistant (FA) Call

Call assignments will be determined by the Director of Perioperative Services or designee based on current staffing levels, case schedules, service line requirements, and departmental needs.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• BLS certification maintained
• CFA certification maintained
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in Kentucky or Compact State.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS and PALS preferred. (Required within first year)
• CRNFA certification preferred and/or maintained as required by departmental standards.
• Demonstrated competency as both an OR Circulator and RN First Assistant  

Minimum Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Graduate of an accredited RNFA program
• Bachelor's degree (BSN) preferred.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) months' recent experience as an RNFA preferred
• Minimum six (6) months recent perioperative nursing experience preferred. 

Screening Requirements:

• Drug Screen
• Tuberculosis Test
• Background Check
• Physical Exam
• Respirator Fit

Eligible Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision *Excellent Low Premiums! * - No copays or Deductibles when utilizing MCCH services!
• Life Insurance *ZERO premium*
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement
• Bridge Coverage *ZERO premium for self-coverage when enrolled in medical coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Mission:

To improve the lives of those we serve by providing outstanding care and services through our confident, compassionate and exceptional healthcare professionals.

Our Vision:

To be chosen by our community and expanded service region based on proven outcomes as the trusted provider to care for their families, friends and neighbors.

Our Values:

Competence, Excellence, Compassion, Respect and Integrity.