TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified RNFA RN in South Portland, Maine, 04106!
Job Title
RN – First Assist (RNFA) | Congenital Cardiac Surgery
Location
South Portland, ME | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | 13 Weeks | Projected Start: July 20, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the surgical first assist during congenital cardiac procedures, performing tasks such as tissue handling, wound closure, and hemostasis under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon
- Anticipate surgeon needs and ensure the operating room environment is optimized for efficiency, safety, and sterile field integrity
- Collaborate in preoperative assessment and preparation of patients — both pediatric and adult — undergoing congenital cardiac surgery
- Support postoperative care through wound management, recovery monitoring, and patient education
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to ensure continuity of care across the care team
- Partner with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and OR staff to maintain seamless surgical workflows; mentor nursing staff on congenital cardiac procedures and assistive techniques
Required Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Maine
- Completion of an accredited RNFA program
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Minimum of 5 years of operating room experience, including at least 1–2 years in cardiac surgery
- Proficiency in first-assist techniques and sterile field management
Preferred Experience / Skills
- CNOR certification preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in congenital cardiac surgery highly preferred
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work alongside a highly specialized congenital cardiac surgical team in a dynamic acute care environment
- 13-week travel contract offering exposure to advanced surgical cases across pediatric and adult congenital heart defect populations