Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $2,630 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The sterile processing technician position in Saint Louis, Missouri, involves supporting the operations of the sterile processing department within the healthcare organization. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The role focuses on ensuring the proper sterilization and preparation of surgical instruments to maintain patient safety and operational efficiency.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM or 9 AM to 9 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certification as a sterile processing technician or equivalent, possession of a valid license, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with robotic surgical instrument sterilization and working in fast-paced environments.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The role involves assisting with general, gynecological, genitourinary, orthopedic, and ear, nose, and throat procedures. Candidates must adhere to the scrub dress codeblack scrubs provided by the facility. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

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 #1266523. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus