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The Role of The Surgical PA
The American Association of Surgical PAs defines the surgery PA as, “Surgical PAs are highly skilled clinicians who have received didactic and clinical training to function in all areas of the peri-operative environment; including pre-admission, testing, intra-operative first assisting, PACU care, SICU care, step-down unit, and outpatient clinical care.”
The PA who specializes in surgery will understand the detail and sequential advancement of each surgical case. They have the ability to coordinate with the surgical team to provide the highest surgical care to our patient population. The primary role of the surgical PA is to first assist licensed surgeons in surgery, however the surgical PA commonly is the familiar face the patient establishes care with upon initial consultation. Due to the surgical PA’s involvement in all aspects of perioperative care, they serve the vital role of providing accurate answers to surgical patient’s questions, communicate clearly with the medical team and patient family members and ensure appropriate post operative care. Becoming a skilled surgical PA allows PAs to function at the top of their license.”
Our One-Of-Kind SutureStar™ Workshops
With up to 30 times more hands-on training than other programs, NIFA program guarantees to have you performing at expert levels before seeing your first patient or we will retrain you, free of charge. It just makes sense that when you add NIFA training to your portfolio, you’ll be even more in demand.
NIFA is the only training that offers the following classes, guaranteed to take you to the front of the line:
Laparoscopic Labs- Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting (EVH) Labs
- Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) Labs
- Transverse Colon Resection Labs
- Cesarean Section Labs
- ORIF of the Femur Labs
- Carotid Endarterectomy Labs
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair Labs
- PA Reimbursement Seminar
OUR GUARANTEE
Your success as is directly commensurate with the amount of hands-on training you receive now. That’s why, since 1997 NIFA’s given this guarantee: you will master the surgical skills of the nation’s top PAs or we will retrain you free of charge. See the NIFA difference by requesting our new brochure today!
Dean Parsons MSN, BSN, RN, CRNFA, RNAS-C, CNOR
Director, NIFA SutureStar™ Workshops
[email protected]
Upcoming SutureSTAR™ Workshops
NIFA offers over 20 dates in 16 different cities. We have monthly payment options. VIEW ALL WORKSHOPS
Emergency At 3 AM
At three in the morning, in the middle of a complex surgery, a surgeon wants a highly skilled and competent PA. Mastery of surgical skills is the ultimate measure of a successful PA. The National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA) recognized this problem and developed training programs for experienced, perioperative PAs that raised the bar in NIFA PA First Assistant training.
NIFA: YOUR TOP CHOICE FOR PA SURGICAL TRAINING
The Largest Trainer
NIFA is one of the largest, distance learning surgical training programs for PAs in the nation, specializing in health care education since 1995.
Accredited Programs
Our training program meets all AORN Education Standards, is presented through institutionally accredited colleges recognized by the USDOE and CHEA, and is associated with those college accredited nursing programs.
Advancing Surgical Skills
Our training program is designed for PAs who aspire to broaden their surgical skills and achieve certifications that are recognizedby all 50 boards of nursing.
Current Promotion: January 2025
Early Bird Registration Discount
• Online RNFA Program + 5-Day SutureStar™ – Save $1,148 off Tuition
• Online RNFA Program + 3-Day SutureStar™ – Save $853 off Tuition
Monthly installments for tuition are available.
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Build Confidence. Learn Techniques. Earn More.
Hear what our past students and graduates liked most about our SutureStar™ Workshops and why they recommend our them to friends and peers.
Audrey Foster
Stephanie Bravo
...I highly recommend this class 100%. I walked in pretty shaky and the different amount of tying skills and sutures learned were excellent.
Casey
Abigail Chracchiolo
**3-Day Workshop Earns 21 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 21 AAPA Category 1 CME CREDITS. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. Approval is valid from 10/1/2024 to 9/30/2025. AAPA reference number: CME-2012275.
*** 5-Day Workshop Earns 35 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 35 AAPA Category 1 CME CREDITS. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. Approval is valid from 10/1/2024 to 9/30/2025. AAPA reference number: CME-2012092.