Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $3,906 per week

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Quick Offer – SAME DAY INTERVIEW

Hiring: RNFA – OR
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Assignment Length: 14 Weeks
Shift: 10 Hour Days | 40 hrs/week
Call Required | Every Other Weekend

Pay Package:
• Total Weekly Gross: $3,906/week
• Non-Taxable Stipend: $1,442/week

Taxable (W2):
• Regular Pay: $56/hr × 32 hrs = $1,792
• Overtime Pay: $84/hr × 8 hrs = $672

✅ Requirements:
• No first-time travelers
• Cerner experience REQUIRED
• Strong robotics experience REQUIRED (deal breaker without it)
• Experience required in Ortho, Neuro, and GYN (SW) cases
• BLS & ACLS required

Common Case Types:
• Orthopedics: knees, hips, shoulders, scopes, spine
• Robotics / DaVinci procedures
• Neuro: cranis, brain tumors, VP shunts, spine
• GYN & GYN Oncology
• General Surgery, ENT, Bariatrics, Vascular, Urology, Podiatry, Eyes

Additional Details:
• Call weekends may be required
• Rare forced-call rotation if staffing needs arise
• Must be willing to float 
• Shift lengths may vary between 8, 10, or 12 hours based on unit needs

Ready for your next opportunity? Apply today and secure your spot before it fills!

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus