Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

Job Description

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a licensed professional who provides direct patient care as part of the perioperative role by functioning as a first assistant to the surgeon. The RNFA practices an expanded role of perioperative nursing and has acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and judgment to assist the surgeon through organized instruction and supervised practice. This role requires working under the supervision of the surgeon in the Operating Room and Labor and Delivery Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during operative procedures.
• Manage patient care in the perioperative setting.
• Utilize advanced nursing skills to support surgical functions.
• Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Schedule

This position requires 8- or 10-hour shifts with days starting at 0630. Availability for alternating weekends is necessary.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)
• Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing
• Current CPR certification
• Current ACLS recognition

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!