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RN First Assistant, General Surgery OR
Peoria, IL
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

$3,182/week

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Overview

Start Date02/02/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

22% higher than average Registered Nurse / Operating Room Nurse pay in Illinois

Estimated total pay

$3,182/week

Description

Job Opportunity: RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant)

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: SFMC - Surgery - General (Major) RNFA

Contract Length

13 weeks

Required Experience

At least 2 years of experience as an RNFA
Must have robotic surgery experience as well as open surgery experience
Experience with firing staplers required

Certifications Required

Active RN license
First Assistant certification

Work Environment & Department Details

Department: OR - Surgery General (Major)
31 OR suites total between 2 buildings, with 15 general surgery rooms
40-60 general surgery cases per day
Common cases include robotic colon surgeries, hernias, gastric sleeves, gastric bypasses, and cholecystectomies
EMR system: Epic Op time

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting the surgeon during procedures (scrubbing required)
Must be able to work with robotic and open surgical techniques

Schedule & Call Requirements

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with call
Call required on weeknights depending on physician needs (covering cases into evening shifts)
Call response time: 30 minutes
No weekend or holiday call required
No floating required

Orientation & Other Information

12 hours of non-billable orientation (unit-specific orientation)
Scrubs provided
Reports to charge nurse

Additional Requirements

Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
Must comply with drug-free campus policy and produce a negative drug screen for all panels

Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required or mentioned.

Employer

GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.

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