Registered Nurse - RN / Operating Room (First Assistant) - ORFA

Cross Country Nurses; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Registered Nurse / Operating Room First Assistant. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with surgeons to ensure the highest standards of patient care during surgical procedures. Your expertise will be vital in preparing surgical instruments, managing patient safety, and promoting healing. This travel nursing position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the operating room, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty.
• Active RN license required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during surgery and prepare surgical equipment.
• Control bleeding, monitor patient status, and bandage wounds.

Skills

Acute Care Experience

Surgical Assistance

Patient Monitoring

Education

Active RN License

Job description

Registered Nurse / Operating Room (First Assistant)

Location

NEW BEDFORD, MA

Gross Pay Rate

$2,257/Weekly

Start Date

June 02, 2025

Shift Type

12HR DAYS

Hours

36 Hrs/Wk

Length

14 Weeks

Job Type

Travel

Job ID 1102700

Job Description

As an operating room first assistant (RN ORFA), you will serve as the primary assistant to the surgeon during surgery. Working primarily within the operating suite, you will prepare and use surgical equipment and instruments, cut and handle tissue, control bleeding, monitor patient status and bandage wounds. You'll play a critical role in preventing and reducing disease and promoting healing among patients

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Job Description

As an operating room first assistant (RN ORFA), you will serve as the primary assistant to the surgeon during surgery. Working primarily within the operating suite, you will prepare and use surgical equipment and instruments, cut and handle tissue, control bleeding, monitor patient status and bandage wounds. You'll play a critical role in preventing and reducing disease and promoting healing among patients

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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