Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Job Overview

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) to provide direct surgical assistance to surgeons during operative procedures. This role is ideal for RNs with perioperative experience and advanced surgical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during procedures by handling instruments, controlling bleeding, and providing wound exposure
• Prepare and position patients for surgery, ensuring optimal safety and comfort
• Perform preoperative and postoperative patient assessments and care
• Apply sutures, dress wounds, and assist with tissue manipulation as directed by the surgeon
• Monitor patients' vital signs and responses during surgery
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a sterile and efficient operating environment
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, interventions, and patient outcomes
• Ensure adherence to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state(s)
• Certified Registered Nurse First Assist ( CRNFA ) or completion of an accredited RNFA program
• Minimum 2-3 years of perioperative nursing experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and operating room protocols
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential travel stipends
• Housing and meal allowances (if applicable)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible assignments across the country

Job Description

Are you a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with expertise in First Assist looking to embark on a rewarding travel healthcare assignment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity in Rochester, New York, awaiting you! In this 13-week assignment, you'll have the chance to showcase your specialized skills as a First Assist RN in a dynamic healthcare setting in Rochester, New York. Your responsibilities will include providing direct patient care, assisting surgeons during procedures, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes through your expertise in surgical assistance. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of travel nurses like you. As a nurse-founded agency, we offer round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to make your assignment seamless and stress-free. Join us and enjoy a competitive weekly pay of $3500.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes Best in the Industry Pay Packages, a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy effective from day one, and medical, dental, and vision insurance available from the 1st of the month after hire. Additionally, you'll have access to paid time off, a 401(k) plan, Aflac options, a referral program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for you and your household. If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a meaningful impact in Rochester, New York, apply now to seize this exciting travel healthcare assignment opportunity.