Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant

Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) / Advanced Practice Provider – Surgical Services

Location: New York (NY)
Schedule: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, with on-call requirements (nights, weekends, and holidays)
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) or qualified Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA-C) to support surgical services. This role is ideal for a highly trained perioperative professional with strong clinical expertise, precision, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced surgical environments.

You will play a critical role in assisting surgeons during procedures while also contributing to comprehensive preoperative and postoperative patient care.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and surgical plans prior to procedures
• Prepare and maintain the sterile surgical field, including instrumentation and supplies
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping
• Collaborate with surgeons, registered nurses, and surgical technologists to ensure smooth workflow
• Provide intraoperative support, including:
• Exposure of operative site using retractors and instruments
• Controlling bleeding through clamping, ligation, or cauterization
• Handling tissues, suturing, and wound closure
• Suctioning, irrigating, and maintaining a clear operative field
• Assist with robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive procedures
• Monitor patient status under the direction of the surgeon or anesthesiologist
• Apply dressings and assist with patient transfer to recovery
• Ensure all surgical instruments and materials are properly accounted for
• Accurately document procedures and intraoperative observations
• Participate in postoperative care, including patient assessment and wound care

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Nursing or related healthcare field
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in perioperative or surgical services
• Active and valid New York (NY) credentials in one of the following:
• CRNFA (Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
• Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (for PA candidates)
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and perioperative best practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience across a variety of surgical specialties
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team-based environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality clinical care