Travel RN First Assistant, Operating Room - $3,872 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Santa Maria, California.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) for a 13-week OR assignment at an acute care facility in California, requiring active CA RN licensure and CNOR certification.

Details

• Acute care hospital OR setting with 7 surgical suites handling 18–20 cases per day
• Common case types include laparoscopic, bariatrics, ortho, neuro, uro, GYN, and ENT procedures
• 1:1 and 2:1 patient ratios
• EMR: Cerner
• OR techs and charge nurse support are present on the unit
• Shifts are variable 8- or 10-hour days
• No weekend requirement for RNs
• On-call is required: approximately 1 week of nights per week and 2 twelve-hour weekend call shifts per month
• Call response time required within 30 minutes
• Holiday coverage is required
• Floating may be required to pre- and post-op areas only
• Scrubbing is preferred but not required for RNs
• Scrubs are provided by the facility

Requirements

• Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RNFA or OR experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), and CNOR (via CCI); pending certifications will not be accepted
• Experience with Cerner EMR
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• A copy of a valid driver's license is required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year; candidates who worked PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Floor-specific orientation is provided
• Scrubs are provided by the facility

American Traveler Job ID #P-728271. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room - First Assist

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.