Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

HealthForce Healthcare · Rochester, NY · 1 wk ago

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Overview

Registered Nurse – First Assist (RNFA) travel assignment in Rochester, New York. Start date: 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,884–$3,021 per week. Contract duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 12-hour days. Setting: hospital environment within a travel, temporary assignment.

Key Highlights

Weekly pay: $2,884–$3,021 per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts
Start date: 08/03/2026
Location: Rochester, NY
Travel assignment in a hospital; on-call responsibility per unit need (until 11 pm); no weekends or holidays unless required by unit

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the surgeon and healthcare team to perform surgical procedures safely as the RN First Assistant
Practice perioperative nursing and perform RNFA duties during the operative phase, under the surgeon’s direction
Scrub and circulate as appropriate, maintaining sterile technique and coordinating instrument exchanges
When not assigned to the RNFA role, fulfill standard OR RN duties (staff nurse responsibilities)
Monitor patient status, document perioperative care, and communicate findings to the team
Support robotic-assisted surgery, with DaVinci experience preferred and required in this role

Requirements

NY licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
CNOR certification required
Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant (RNFA) program
Two (2) years OR experience; level 1 trauma experience preferred
DaVinci/robotic experience required; Robotic Urology, Gynecology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology (e.g., Whipple, gastrectomies, hernias), Thoracic, and general surgery cases listed as relevant
BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Ability to scrub and circulate; strong perioperative nursing knowledge
NY state clinical practice eligibility and compliance with facility policies

Benefits and Support

24/7 recruiter and travel support
Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
Credentialing and onboarding assistance
Housing assistance and travel coordination where available
Nationwide assignments and opportunities for extension or future openings
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About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals. Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
24/7 support while you are on assignment
Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
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Access to multiple job options at once
Flexible assignment locations
Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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