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Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Healthforce·City of Rochester, New York

$2,884 - $3,021/wk·Contract·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 15 days ago
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About the role

Collaborate with surgeons to perform surgical procedures as the RN First Assistant and fulfill standard OR staff nurse duties. Responsibilities include scrubbing, circulating, and supporting robotic-assisted surgeries while monitoring patient status.

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. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.

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

Find more opportunities If you’d like to explore other openings, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

PAY DISCLAIMER 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.

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$2,884 - $3,021/wk
Location
City of Rochester, New York
Posted
Jul 13, 2026
Closes
Oct 11, 2026
Application
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