Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $2,450 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (First Assistant) Nurse in Kentucky. This position involves supporting surgeons during surgical procedures by performing tasks such as suturing, providing exposure, and controlling bleeding. The role requires specialized credentialing and state-specific certification to ensure legal practice. The position is a replacement for permanent staff, with an assignment start date of 08/10/2026.

Job Details

• Position: Operating Room (First Assistant) RN
• Location: 498 JETT DR, JACKSON, KY 41339, United States
• Schedule: Days, 8 hours shift, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Kentucky nursing license, credentialing through either the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or the National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA), and formal Surgical Assistant Certification through the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure. Experience: 2 years of prior travel experience required.
• Additional Information: No weekend call at this time. All travel submissions must include at least 2 years of experience along with prior travel experience. No local candidates will be accepted. This position is for an advanced operating room professional supporting surgical teams in an accredited facility.

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 #1286978. 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