RN First Assistant; RNFA – Surgery

RN First Assistant (RNFA) – Surgery – Contract

Facility: Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
Department: Surgery (RN First Assist)
Location: Lodi, CA
Address: 975 S Fairmont Avenue, Lodi, CA 95240
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift (M–F 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM) + Call
Call: Nights, weekends, and holidays
Hours: 40 Hours/Week (approx.)
Pay Rate: $78 – $80/hr
Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,120 – $3,200/week

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant (RNFA) to support surgical procedures in the operating room. The RNFA will function directly with surgeons during operative procedures, assist with incision, dissection, suturing, and perioperative patient care while ensuring sterile technique and patient safety.

• Active RNFA experience (1–2 years required)
• Perioperative nursing experience (preferred 2+ years)
• Strong OR clinical experience
• Ability to function as first assistant during surgical procedures
• Experience with intraoperative patient management and sterile technique
• Strong critical thinking and surgical support skills

• Completion of an accredited RNFA program (AORN standards required)
• CNOR Certification (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• PALS Certification (Required)

• CRNFA Certification
• AORN Membership
• PALS/PEARS additional perioperative training

• Operating Room (Surgical Services)
• Inpatient Surgical Procedures
• Perioperative Care Environment