Travel RNFA - $4,273 per week

About the role

Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Job Summary The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is a highly trained professional responsible for collaborating with surgeons and the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective operations with optimal patient outcomes. This role requires extensive knowledge and skills in perioperative nursing practices and requires certification as a CNOR.

Pulse Healthcare Services is a travel nurse staffing agency that offers comprehensive benefits and support for travel nurses nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgeons and the healthcare team during surgical procedures.
• Perform as an RNFA during the operative phase of the perioperative experience.
• Assume duties of OR staff RN when not assigned as RNFA.
• Practice perioperative nursing with a focus on safety and patient outcomes.
• Support the healthcare team in maintaining a sterile environment during surgeries.

Requirements

• Current RN License in New York State.
• Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant program.
• CNOR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in robotic surgery preferred, including:
  • Robotic Urology
  • Robotic GYN
  • Robotic Colorectal
  • Robotic Surgical Oncology (e.g., Whipple procedure, gastrectomies, hernia repairs)
  • Robotic Thoracic
  • Robotic General Surgery (e.g., gallbladders, appendectomies)
• Two years of experience in an operating room or level 1 trauma center preferred.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association preferred.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• License and certification reimbursement

Pay

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Start date: October 26, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Hours: 48 hours per week (12‑hour shifts). Shift pattern: flexible 12‑hour shifts, primarily Monday to Friday with day shifts available. Evening on‑call responsibilities may be required, and rotating holiday requirements may apply; weekends or holidays are not required unless unit needs arise.