Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $4,310 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (First Assistant) Nurse in California The organization is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse First Assistant to provide direct patient care in the perioperative setting. This role involves assisting the surgeon in the Operating Room and Labor and Delivery Suite, with responsibilities including perioperative nursing functions, organized instruction, and supervised practice.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse First Assistant
• Specialty: Operating Room (First Assistant)
• Location: California
• Schedule: Days shifts, 10 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing, Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR), current CPR, current ACLS recognition, and possession of a minimum of 6-8 weeks for credentialing through the Enloe Medical Staff office.
• Additional Information: The position requires practicing under the supervision of a surgeon in the Operating Room and Labor and Delivery Suite as a First Assistant. The organization only accepts agency staff who are W-2 employees of their prospective agency. Med/Surg and Critical Care RN positions are required to float as 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 #1327667. Pay package is based on 10 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