The RNFA may assist the surgeon by performing technical functions during surgery, including intra-operative retraction, homeostasis, tissue manipulation, and wound closure
The function of the Registered Nurse (RNFA) is to provide direct patient care as part of the perioperative role, by acting as first assistant to the surgeon during operative procedures
The RNFA will be recorded under "Assistant" on the operative record and should be dictated by the primary surgeon on the operative report.
The RNFA will perform first assisting under the direct supervision of the primary surgeon.
