Travel Operating Room First Assistant RN - $3,180 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
First Assistant in Operating Room (ORFA) located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This position involves supporting surgical procedures within a facility that has an 8-bed unit. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day and must meet the specified qualifications.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Two years of current First Assistant Operating Room experience.
  • Bachelor of Science degree.
  • Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license must be uploaded with profile.
  • Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) certification.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Meditech Expanse experience is highly preferred.
• Additional Information:
  • Must include your Massachusetts Temporary Nursing Service Agency License (Nursing Pool) license upfront with all Berkshire Health System nursing submissions.
  • Must specify at least two specific interview dates and times of availability, which must be added to the profile.
  • Perm address must be included in the profile.
  • Traveler must have their own vehicle for this need.
  • All scheduling requests must be made at the time of submission; requests after offer may lead to rescindment.
  • No on-call duties, but on-call rotation at BMC Main OR may be required.
  • No scheduling accommodations will be considered for this need.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1270644. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room (First Assistant)

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus