CVOR RN First Assistant
Atlanta, Georgia
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Registered Nurse (RNFA) - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Summary

• Requires completion of a privileging process prior to start (approximately 3-4 months).
• Schedule is primarily days with call required 1 day per week and 1 weekend every ~4 weeks (subject to change).
• Floating within the facility and to Main OR as needed, within scope of practice.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required; first-time travelers accepted.
• No holiday requests off (RTO) accepted.
• Full compliance with all requirements is mandatory to start on time; delays in compliance may push start date by 2 weeks due to orientation scheduling.
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine fit before final manager approval.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Georgia.
• First Assist (2 years of experience).
• First Assist experience within the last year.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• CSFA, NBSTSA, or NCCSA.
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
• CVOR experience.
• Cardiology experience.
• Vascular Surgery experience.
• Thoracic Surgery experience.

Additional Information

• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 19 hours for 19-week assignment).
• Locals accepted at the same rate.
• No holiday time off allowed.
• Privileging specialties require additional compliance checklists and documentation (not applicable unless working as Certified Surgical First Assistant or RNFA).
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start.

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position requires a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience with specific cardiac and surgical skills, completion of a lengthy privileging process before starting, and full compliance with extensive health, background, and competency requirements. The role involves day shifts with occasional call and floating within the facility. First-time travelers are welcome.