Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)

The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a perioperative nurse who provides direct surgical assistance to the operating surgeon, including preoperative assessment, intraoperative support, and postoperative care. This role ensures optimal surgical outcomes and patient safety by collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR staff. The position requires maintaining sterile fields, monitoring patient conditions, and documenting intraoperative activities in alignment with nursing standards and surgical protocols.