First Assistant Registered Nurse, Surgical Services

Oak Valley Hospital District is currently seeking a dynamic First Assistant Registered Nurse for our Surgical department who will embrace our mission, vision, and values. This individual must have a passion for nursing excellence and be willing to provide outstanding patient and family supported care.

Created to provide residents of Oakdale and the surrounding rural communities with access to superior quality medical information, treatment and care, Oak Valley Hospital District was formed in 1968 and has evolved to meet the changing medical needs of the local community. With a hospital and emergency department, skilled nursing facility, four healthcare clinics, occupational healthcare clinic, and an ambulance company, OVHD is well equipped to care of our incredible community.

Why Work Here?

Oak Valley Hospital features a staff that provides compassionate critical care and delivers exceptional patient experiences. Beyond an outstanding retirement plan, we take pride in hiring and working with the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels high quality patient care.

At Oak Valley Hospital District we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. We want to create a place where you belong no matter where you come from, what you look like, or how you identify. We value the visible and invisible qualities that make you who are.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, this position is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and providing high quality individualized patient care using the components of the nursing process.

The RN First Assistant (RNFA) plays a crucial role in the operating room, assisting surgeons during surgical procedures and ensuring high quality care. They assist the surgeon during operations, which includes tasks such as making incisions, suturing, controlling bleeding, and retracting tissues. They may also prepare patients for surgery by reviewing medical histories, conducting assessments, and ensuring all preoperative protocols are followed. They assist in maintaining a sterile environment, handle surgical instruments, and anticipate the surgeon’s needs during procedures.

This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill pediatric, adult through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, don’t delay any longer! Apply now and join our talented team of nurses and physicians today and start building the career of your dreams!

Position Qualifications:

• Graduate of a RN School of Nursing
• Associate Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
• Graduate of a First Assist training program certified by AORN
• Minimum of one (2) year hands on experience in operating and recovery rooms required
• One year experience in acute care experience preferred
• Current California RN License
• Current AHA BLS
• Current AHA ACLS
• Current AHA PALS
• Current CNOR Preferred

Pay: $78 – $96 per hour