Travel Operating Room First Assistant RN - $3,010 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Operating Room First Assistant (ORFA) professional working in the cardiac surgical environment provides intraoperative technical support under the supervision of the attending physician. The role involves assisting with exposure, hemostasis, and closure during cardiac surgeries, as well as performing preoperative and postoperative duties to enhance patient care throughout the perioperative period. This position primarily involves second assisting in cardiac cases and requires regional call support across the healthcare system.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid driver's license or state identification, completion of UHS submission packet, and UHS prior employment form.
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
• Additional Information: The role requires application of the nursing process in all facets of the nurse first assistant role, knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, establishment and maintenance of a safe peri-operative environment, proficiency in taking second call, advanced life support equipment knowledge, and a high degree of hand/eye coordination and mental focus. This position covers a period from 11/02/2026 to 01/31/2027, with a minimum of 0 years experience needed.

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 #1289973. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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