Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology, Hemostasis, Mentoring, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Patient Safety, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Registered Nurse (RN), Staff Training, Team Player, Wound Care
Job Title
RN - First Assist (RNFA) - Congenital Cardiac
LocationSouth Portland, Maine
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Travel | Days | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities- Serve as the surgical first assist to the operating surgeon during congenital cardiac procedures, performing tasks such as tissue handling, wound closure, and hemostasis
- Anticipate surgeon needs and ensure the operating room environment is optimized for efficiency and patient safety
- Collaborate in preoperative assessment and preparation of patients undergoing congenital cardiac surgery
- Support postoperative care including wound management, recovery monitoring, and patient education
- Partner with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and OR staff to maintain seamless surgical workflows
- Mentor and educate nursing staff on congenital cardiac procedures and first-assist techniques
Required Qualifications- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Maine
- Completion of an accredited RNFA program
- Minimum of 5 years of operating room experience, including at least 1–2 years in cardiac surgery
- Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Proficiency in first-assist techniques and sterile field management
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure surgical environments
Preferred Experience / Skills- CNOR certification
- Demonstrated expertise in congenital cardiac surgery
- Experience working with both pediatric and adult patients with congenital heart defects
Why Join Us- Opportunity to work alongside a highly specialized congenital cardiac surgical team in a collaborative, patient-centered environment
- Travel contract offering a defined 13-week engagement with a projected start date of July 2026
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing