RN First Assistant - Days Full-time at Providence Medical Grp.

Fullerton, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical Intervention, Patient Care, Collaboration, Nursing Process, Perioperative Nursing, Direct Patient Care, Scrub Duties, Circulating Duties

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

RN First Assistant (RNFA) within our Operating Room at Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA. This position is Full-Time and will work 12-hour Day shifts. The Registered Nurse First Assistant independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for patient requiring surgical intervention. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) collaborates with the surgeon and the healthcare team to perform a safe operative procedure with an optimal outcome for the patient. This individual renders direct patient care as defined by the RNFA Standardized Procedure and maintains practice privileges through the Medical Staffing office. When not providing assisting services, the RNFA will perform circulating and/or scrub duties as assigned. Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA was designated as a Magnet organization in 2015 and 2020 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In April 2025, Providence St. Jude Medical Center is applying for redesignation. In addition, we are recognized as a top regional hospital in 9 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and listed among the top 20 in Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals for California, is celebrated for its excellence in surgical and clinical care by Healthgrades. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Jude Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Required Qualifications: Graduate from nursing school with a diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Or Bachelor's Degree - Graduate from nursing school with a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Or Hired as a result of a unit transfer from Heritage: Graduate from nursing school with a diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Or Hired as a ministry transfer: Currently enrolled in a BSN program with an expected graduation date within 6 months of hire. California Registered Nurse License upon hire. National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire, Three (3) years of diversified perioperative Nursing experience. Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of diversified RNFA experience. Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Responsibilities

The RN First Assistant independently uses the nursing process to care for patients requiring surgical intervention and collaborates with the surgeon and healthcare team to ensure safe operative procedures. When not assisting, the RNFA performs circulating and scrub duties as assigned.