Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) - NBMC (Per Diem, Days)

Job Description

Job Description

At NorthBay Health the Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) has the responsibility, accountability, and the authority to deliver safe, effective, quality, excellent nursing care according to the philosophy and goals/objectives of the Department of Nursing.  The RNFA, utilizing the Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring, Relationship Based Care, and NorthBay’s professional nursing practice model to assess, plans, implements, and evaluate care for all patients assigned to his/her care. The RNFA makes determinations regarding the progress of the patient toward goals and utilizes a therapeutic professional relationship with the patient/ family and interdisciplinary team to facilitate the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.  The RNFA functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted.  Care is provided according to specific physiologic, developmental and psychosocial needs of the patient.  RNFA supports the mission, vision, values and expectations of excellence of the organization. 

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey. Together, with your commitment to excellence, we will achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.