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Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) –Tampa, FL

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Job Location:

Tampa, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Tampa FL

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) to join its surgical services team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional perioperative care in a collaborative environment focused on clinical excellence patient safety and professional growth.

Responsibilities
  • Provide direct perioperative nursing care to surgical patients using the nursing process and established clinical standards

  • Assist surgeons during operative procedures while functioning within the RNFA scope of practice

  • Perform trocar insertion and administer local anesthetic injections under direct surgeon supervision

  • Coordinate and support patient care activities throughout the surgical experience

  • Serve as a professional role model and clinical resource for members of the surgical team

  • Promote evidence-based practices and maintain high standards of patient safety and quality care

  • Collaborate with surgeons anesthesia providers and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

  • Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation

  • Demonstrate professional accountability and participate in ongoing professional development activities

  • Complete required competencies and physician sign-offs within designated timeframes

Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice

  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

  • Current Certified Operating Room Nurse (CNOR) certification required

  • Completion of a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) technical program or degree required

  • Certified RNFA credential preferred

  • Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing required

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

  • Minimum of three years of acute care Operating Room RN experience required

  • Strong clinical communication interpersonal and critical thinking skills

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation

  • Medical dental and vision insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions

  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

  • Performance-based bonuses

  • Employee wellness and discount programs

  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to:

Please complete the online application to be considered.

For more information please contact:

Laura M.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Equal Opportunity Employer
This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race color religion sex national origin disability or veteran status.


Required Experience:

Junior IC