RN - Rnfa

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, First Assistant (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; Monday to Friday day shifts; on-call responsibilities until 11 PM only; no weekends or holidays, as per unit need.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a highly trained RN collaborating with the surgical team to ensure safe and effective surgical procedures. The role requires proficiency in perioperative nursing and a strong understanding of the specific clinical practices in the operating room. The RNFA works directly under the direction of the surgeon during operative phases and may perform duties of the OR staff RN when not engaged in the RNFA role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in conducting robotic surgeries across various specialties including urology, GYN, colorectal, surgical oncology, thoracic, and general surgery.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to develop and implement perioperative nursing protocols.
• Perform as a scrub and circulating nurse when not assigned as an RNFA.
• Maintain patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes through diligent practices.

Required Experience

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
• Two (2) years of experience in an operating room environment, preferably in a level 1 trauma center.
• Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant course.
• CNOR certification required.
• Experience with Da Vinci robotic surgery is preferred.

Certifications/Licensure

• BLS certification (American Heart Association only) required.
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association only) preferred.
• CNOR certification 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.