Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $2,225 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Certified First Surgical Assistant position is available in Asheville, North Carolina, within a busy operating room environment. The role involves supporting surgeons during a variety of surgical procedures, including orthopedic trauma, neuro, spine, gynecology, general surgery, robotics, and vascular operations. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. This is a full-time position scheduled for days, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Job Details:

• Location: Asheville, North Carolina
• Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified First Assistant (CFA), RN First Assistant (RNFA)
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certifications listed above, relevant clinical experience, current licensure, and ability to assist on orthopedic trauma, spine, neuro, gynecology, robotics, and vascular surgeries
• Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and skills to assist surgeons during a broad range of procedures, experience with Da Vinci Robots, Mako, and Velys Robots, familiarity with Cerner documentation system
• Additional Information: Unit staffing includes secretaries and technicians; standard OR equipment with advanced robotic technology; flexible scheduling with call requirements; patient experience standards apply.
• Position Type: Full-time, days only; one position available.

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 #1278248. 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