Surgery - Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)

Job Summary

Occupation: RN – First Assist Surgery

Specialty: Surgery

Salary: $60.03–$102.24

Working Hours: 40 hours/week

Shifts: Day

On-Call: Yes/Weekends as Needed

Degree Required: Licensed Registered Nurse, CNOR required within first year

Position Type: Full Time

Work Environment: Hospital Clinic

Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for compassionate RN First Assists who are dedicated to providing thoughtful, respectful care to individuals and their families. In this role, you’ll function interdependently with the surgeon during surgical procedures, emphasizing intraoperative care and perioperative and postoperative responsibilities. This position is in conjunction with the general Surgery Department RN role and offers a unique opportunity to enhance surgical care outcomes. We value teamwork, surgical precision, and clinical expertise in delivering patient-centered care.

Patient Care & Treatment

Offer holistic and patient-centered nursing care, focusing on the unique needs of surgical patients and their families. This includes providing intraoperative assistance, conducting perioperative assessments, and evaluating postoperative outcomes. Prioritize safety, empathy, and collaboration in every aspect of care.

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and efficient procedures while contributing to a supportive and collaborative work environment. Your ability to function harmoniously and effectively as a team member is key.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of California

• Completed course in RN First Assisting (AORN Core Curriculum-based)

• Current CNOR certification (or obtained within one year and maintained)

• At least two years of experience as both scrub and circulator

• Strong knowledge of asepsis, infection control, surgical anatomy, and procedures

• Demonstrated team collaboration skills

• PALS certification required within one year and maintained

• BLS and ACLS certifications required and maintained

• Ability to perform under pressure and in emergency situations

• Demonstrated competence in RNFA-specific functions

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision and 403B

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending Accounts

• AFLAC Supplemental Plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees.

Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.


About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine.

Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.