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Operating Room Registered Nurse First Assist
Position Overview
Join the perioperative team as a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA), providing expanded nursing care and first-assisting services primarily for orthopedic procedures. You'll also support other surgical specialties as your competencies and hospital privileges allow.
What You'll Do
- Assess and monitor patient physical status before, during, and after surgery
- Maintain sterile field and anticipate equipment and supply needs
- Provide first-assisting services under surgeon direction
- Collaborate with the surgical team to adapt to procedure changes and emergencies
- Document patient data and communicate reassessments to the care team
- Actively listen to patients and address their surgical care concerns
Schedule & Contract
- 12-hour varied shifts, rotating schedule
- 2 shifts per week with rotating weekend call coverage
- 13-week contract
- Guaranteed hours: 24 per week
Required Qualifications
- Current California Registered Nurse License
- American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential
- Certified Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) credential
- Minimum 2 years operating room experience
- Ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
Who You Are
Detail-oriented, excellent communicator, critical thinker, and collaborative team player.
Housing
Fully furnished dorm-style apartments available (subject to availability) within walking distance of the facility. Options include studios and one-bedroom units, each with private kitchen and bathroom. Amenities include fitness center, pool, and common areas.
Location
Mammoth Lakes, CA — year-round outdoor recreation destination.