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How much do surgery rnfa jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgery rnfa in Georgia is $1,838.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,061.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Surgery Rnfa position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surgery RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant), you need advanced clinical skills, in-depth surgical knowledge, and must hold an RN license, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and formal RNFA certification. Mastery of surgical instruments, sterile technique, electronic medical records, and specialized perioperative equipment is crucial. Excellent teamwork, effective communication, and quick problem-solving make a candidate stand out in this high-stakes environment. These skills are essential for supporting safe and efficient surgical procedures while collaborating closely with surgeons and the surgical team.

What does a typical day look like for a Surgery RNFA?

A typical day for a Surgery RNFA involves collaborating closely with surgeons and the perioperative team to assist during various surgical procedures. Responsibilities include prepping patients, providing surgical site exposure, handling tissues, using surgical instruments, and assisting with suturing and wound closure. Outside of the operating room, RNFAs may participate in patient assessments, documentation, and post-operative care. The role requires flexibility, as case volume and surgical complexity can vary, and strong teamwork is essential for adapting to the dynamic surgical environment.

What is a Surgery RNFA job?

A Surgery RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) is a specialized registered nurse who assists surgeons during procedures. They provide hands-on support by handling instruments, controlling bleeding, suturing, and ensuring patient safety. RNFAs work closely with the surgical team to improve efficiency and outcomes. This role requires advanced training beyond an RN license, often including certification and perioperative nursing experience.

What cities in Georgia are hiring for Surgery Rnfa jobs? Cities in Georgia with the most Surgery Rnfa job openings:
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Registered Nurse First Assist - Reidsville, GA

Registered Nurse First Assist - Reidsville, GA

Optim

Reidsville, GA • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Optim Medical Center - Tattnall is seeking a full time RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assist) for our Reidsville location.

Job Requirements:

  • Assist Surgeon with surgery, wound closure and dressing.
  • Positions the patient per the surgeon’s instruction.
  • Provides visualization of the operative site by ensuring appropriate placement and securing of retractors with or without padding. Packs site with sponges, uses digital manipulation of tissue, suctions, irrigates and uses proper body mechanics to prevent obstruction of the surgeon’s view.
  • Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis by clamping or cauterizing vessels or tissue, tying or ligating clamped vessels or tissue, applying hemostatic clips and placing local hemostatic agents.
  • Participates in volume replacement or auto transfusion techniques as appropriate.
  • Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes. Closes skin with method per surgeon’s directive (suture, staples, etc).
  • Selects and applies appropriate wound dressings.
  • Provides assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue.
  • Safely and competently administers pharmaco-therapeutics, adhering to medication policies, procedures, practices and standards, and monitors the outcomes based on the patient’s response to treatment.
  • Demonstrates skill in the use of appropriate equipment.
  • Assists the surgeon during specific procedures. Performs other functions during surgery as directed.
  • Assists with the positioning, prepping and draping of the patient. May perform these actions independently, if directed by the surgeon.
  • Maintains knowledge of basic knot tying techniques to include two handed tie, one handed tie and instrument tie.
  • Assists the surgeon at the completion of the procedure by affixing and stabilizing all drains; cleaning the wound and applying dressings; assisting with the application of casts, splints, special dressings and abduction devices.
  • Removes sutures and/or skin staples/clips during intra-operative phase, at surgeon’s request.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • RN. Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Must have complete RNFA program.
  • Must be licensed in the state of Georgia.

Optim Offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Company Benefits
  • Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Sick Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401K Plan

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