RNFA

Job Title

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) – Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Frankfort, KY

$5,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified RN candidates.

Frankfort Regional Medical Center, a leading acute‑care hospital in Central Kentucky, is seeking a dedicated RNFA to deliver outstanding patient care. As part of an interdisciplinary surgical team, the RNFA will prepare patients, assist surgeons, and maintain high standards of safety and quality. The position supports a culture of continuous learning and offers comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

• Self‑preferential, four‑week scheduling for predictability
• Culture of mutual respect and collaboration among all surgical staff
• Continuous investment in equipment, including surgical instruments, devices, and patient positioning systems
• Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure the RNFA’s voice influences patient care and workflow improvement
• On‑call required during select non‑business hours

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery
• Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri‑operative process
• Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, pre‑operative medications, and surgical site verification
• Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time‑out, debriefing, and universal protocols, per hospital policy
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team—consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists, and more
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills, and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout the shift, and document changes and care provided thoroughly
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment, and follow‑up measures

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (minimum) or equivalent
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copays and coverage for prescriptions, behavioral health, telemedicine, and free Air Med medical transportation
• Optional dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well‑being
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family‑building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and other partner programs
• Retirement readiness and rollover assistance services with preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income
• Eligibility for benefits may vary by location

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
• Location:
  
  Frankfort, KY

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Unlock the possibilities and apply today for this RNFA opening at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.