Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – First Assist in a hospital setting located in Lodi, California. Start date: 07/06/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: 2,955–3,060 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 5x8 days. This travel - temporary assignment focuses on perioperative care in the operating room, with duties centered on intraoperative and preoperative collaboration to support patient outcomes.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 2,955–3,060 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Setting: operating room/perioperative services in a hospital environment
- Guaranteed hours: 0

Responsibilities
- Organize and facilitate patient care in the operating room, ensuring smooth flow of intraoperative activities.
- Coordinate the overall patient care continuum among the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and room staff.
- Function as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology for procedures with granted privileges.
- Participate in preoperative assessment and planning for selected surgical patients in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise regarding medications, treatment approaches, and patient care standards within the perioperative setting.
- Support intraoperative patient care and OR services as part of the perioperative team, with clarity on scope of practice per privileges.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in California.
- Credentials or privileges to serve as a First Assistant in the operating room for procedures with granted privileges.
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or as required by facility policy).
- Ability to work in a hospital operating room environment and participate in preoperative planning and perioperative care.
- Commitment to patient safety and adherence to perioperative standards of care.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Nationwide assignments
- Extension opportunities

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.