Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – First Assist in a travel assignment for a hospital setting in Bakersfield, CA, US. Start date is 07/06/2026 for a 18-week assignment with a weekly pay range of $2,855 to $2,978 per week and 10-hour shifts. This position involves operating room first-assist duties within procedures for which privileges have been granted. The assignment is travel-focused and requires integration with the surgical team in a perioperative environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,855–$2,978 per week
- Contract duration: 18 weeks
- Guaranteed hours: 18 contract weeks
- Shift: 10-hour shifts
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Setting: Travel assignment in a hospital OR

Responsibilities
- Organize and facilitate the patient during the operating room course, ensuring smooth flow of care.
- Coordinate overall perioperative care among the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and room staff.
- Function as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair for procedures with granted privileges.
- Participate in preoperative assessment and planning for selected surgical patients in collaboration with the care team.
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise regarding medications, treatment plans, and patient care standards throughout the perioperative period.

Requirements
- Ability to serve as first assistant during eligible surgical procedures per granted privileges.
- Involvement in preoperative assessment and planning with the health care team.
- Knowledge of perioperative care standards and related medication management.
- Strong teamwork and communication with the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and OR staff.
- Capacity to adapt to a 10-hour mid-level shift within a travel assignment setting.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Travel coordination and scheduling assistance
- On-call or timely assistance for on-assignment needs
- Opportunities for contract extension or further assignments with the organization
- Access to onboarding and credentialing resources to facilitate start

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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.

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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
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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
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• 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.

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