RNFA-OR Surgery-Riverside

Position Overview

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

The RNFA will work under the direction and direct supervision of the surgeon. Having acquired the necessary knowledge, judgment, and skills specific to the role, the RNFA collaborates with the surgeon and other healthcare team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and direct supervision of the surgeon in a Surgical Services setting.
• Handle preoperative patient management (15%): perform nursing assessments, evaluations, and communicate the plan of care.
• Participate in postoperative patient management (15%): join rounds and assist in discharge planning.
• Execute intraoperative responsibilities (70%): act as first assist by performing tasks such as wound closures, injecting local anesthetic, tissue desiccation, hemostasis, laparoscopic trocar placement, camera coordination during endoscopic surgery, activation of cautery, and other specialized tissue handling and dissection techniques.
• Note: The RNFA does not perform the initial incision, mark the surgical site, independently write orders, or serve as the sole provider during the surgical timeout.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (Required)
• CNOR – Certified Nurse Operating Room (Competency & Credentialing Institute)
• RNFA – Registered Nurse First Assist (Competency and Credentialing Institute)
• RN – Registered Nurse (Ohio Board of Nursing)
• Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques related to the procedures in which the RNFA will assist.

Benefits & Perks

• Work Shift: Variable
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Join a caring environment where learning is a lifelong process and excellence is the standard.
• Be part of an organization that practices Equal Employment Opportunity and supports a diverse workforce.