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3 days ago
Part-time
On-site
Rochester, New York, United States
$3,538.80 - $3,538.80 USD weekly

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, First Assistant (RNFA) (Day Shift) in Rochester, New York.

Location

Rochester, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

36 or 48 hours per week, primarily weekdays with shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. On-call responsibilities as needed per unit requirements.

Job Description

As a Cardiac RNFA, you will play a crucial role in assisting with chest exposure, closing surgical sites, and performing vein harvesting for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures. Experience in Da Vinci robotic cases is preferred, along with the ability to scrub and circulate complex cardiac cases, which may include CABGs, structural heart cases, minimally invasive procedures such as mini aortic valve replacement, and heart failure cases like Impella. Familiarity with heart transplants is also preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with chest exposure and closure during cardiac surgeries.
  • Perform vein harvesting for CABG procedures.
  • Scrub and circulate for complex cardiac cases as needed.
  • Provide support during Da Vinci robotic cases when possible.
  • Participate in on-call rotations as required by the unit.

Required Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Cardiac RNFA.

Certifications/Licensure

  • Current New York State RN license.
  • American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
  • CNOR certification required.
  • Experience in telemetry is required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.