RN First Assistant Integrated Surgical Program Regular Full-Time

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 06-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary of Duties

The Robotic RNFA reports to PCMs and works collaboratively with surgeons anaesthesiologists and the perioperative team to deliver high-quality care throughout the patients perioperative experience with a primary focus on robotic-assisted surgical procedures.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the setup coordination trouble shooting and intraoperative assistance of robotic cases ensuring optimal patient outcomes and smooth surgical flow. The RNFA will assist the perioperative team intraoperatively in all functions including circulating duties and apply expert clinical and evidence-based practice grounded in advanced education and experience.

Although this position is dedicated to robotic cases flexibility is required to work weekends and to support both the Holland and Bayview Campuses as operational needs arise.

Key Responsibilities:

Applies the nursing process to all aspects of the RNFA role
Assists in providing a safe working environment for perioperative personnel and patients.
Provides direct intraoperative assistance to the surgeon during robotic procedures
Supports equipment setup troubleshooting and maintenance of robotic systems
Promotes collegiality teamwork and effective communication within the perioperative team
Acts as a patient advocate

Qualifications/Skills

College of Nurses of Ontario License
.N
CPN (C) preferred
RNAO Membership
Completion of Recognized RNFA Program
Minimum 5 years experience in O.R.
BCLS/ACLS mandatory
Models professional behaviour
Pursues professional leadership and development
Demonstrated ability to exercise critical thinking

We thank all applicants for their interest. However only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is an equal opportunity employer.

Summary of DutiesThe Robotic RNFA reports to PCMs and works collaboratively with surgeons anaesthesiologists and the perioperative team to deliver high-quality care throughout the patients perioperative experience with a primary focus on robotic-assisted surgical procedures.The successful candidate ...