Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – First Assist (RNFA) needed for a travel assignment in Rochester, NY. This role supports DaVinci robotic surgery and requires CNOR certification and completion of an RNFA program. Start date: 06/08/2026. Contract duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 12-hour days (3x12). Weekly pay: $2,832–$3,040. On-call responsibilities per unit need through evenings (up to 11 pm); weekends and holidays not routinely required unless unit needs dictate. The RNFA collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to provide safe, efficient care in the operating room environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,832–$3,040 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour days (3x12)
- Start date: 06/08/2026
- Location: Rochester, NY
- Role requirements: DaVinci robotic surgery experience and CNOR certification

Responsibilities
- Provide RN First Assistant duties during robotic-assisted operations, in collaboration with the surgeon to support safe, efficient patient care.
- Scrub and circulate as needed when not serving in the RNFA role, maintaining perioperative standards.
- Assist with patient positioning, exposure, suction, hemostasis, and instrument handling under surgeon direction.
- Support robotic port placement, instrument setup, and management of robotic systems and supplies.
- Maintain sterile technique, validate counts, and ensure readiness of equipment and supplies for assigned cases.
- Document perioperative care, participate in safety checks, and adhere to unit policies and hospital protocols.
- Respond to on-call needs per unit scheduling (evenings up to 11 pm); no routine weekends or holidays unless required by the unit.

Requirements
- Active New York RN license
- Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant program
- CNOR certification required
- DaVinci robotics experience required (robotic surgery experience across Urology, Gynecology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, Thoracic, and General surgery)
- Minimum two years OR experience; Level I trauma experience preferred
- BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
- Demonstrated ability to scrub and circulate; strong perioperative nursing knowledge
- Ability to work in an operating room/perioperative setting and collaborate with surgeons and staff

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Nationwide assignments available
- Extension opportunities after the initial term
- Fast credentialing processes to help start on time

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

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.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• 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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.