Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) / Surgical First Assistant (SFA)
NurseAmerica•Buffalo, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
NurseAmerica is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surgical First Assistant (SFA) to provide direct support to surgeons during operative procedures. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical outcomes. The ideal candidate will assist in all phases of surgical care, including preoperative preparation, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative support.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field
- Completion of an accredited Surgical First Assistant program
- Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)
- Physician Assistant (NCCPA certified)
- Nurse Practitioner (board-certified with surgical/first assist training)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a surgical setting
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and aseptic techniques
- Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making ability
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Nice To Haves
- Scrub experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Review patient history, surgical plans, and relevant documentation
- Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical field
- Assist in positioning and prepping the patient
- Ensure all surgical instruments and supplies are available and sterile
- Collaborate with the surgical team to plan the procedure
- Assist the surgeon with exposure, retraction, and visualization of the operative site
- Control bleeding through clamping, ligating, and cauterization
- Handle tissues, assist with suturing, and perform wound closure
- Operate suction, irrigation, and other surgical instruments
- Support minimally invasive and robotic procedures when applicable
- Maintain awareness of patient condition and support surgical flow
- Apply dressings and assist in patient transfer to recovery
- Ensure accurate instrument and sponge counts
- Document procedures and intraoperative observations
- Assist with postoperative care and wound management
Benefits
- $10,000 Sign-on Bonus
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits (eligible after 30 days)
- 24 days of paid time off in the first year
- Long-term disability and life insurance options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
