Travel Operating Room First Assistant RN - $2,805 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

The Operating Room First Assistant (RNFA) will circulate and scrub in the Endovascular OR, providing direct patient care and supporting surgical teams during vascular procedures in a well-equipped facility. The role requires MO licensure or eligibility, BLS/ACLS, and at least 1 year of RNFA experience with EVAR/TCAR/TEVAR and related vascular procedures.

Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in Missouri or eligibility for licensure in Missouri.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA.
• At least 1 year of OR First Assistant (RNFA) experience in Endovascular OR.
• Experience with vascular procedures (EVAR, TCAR, TEVAR, AAA repair, bypass).

Responsibilities

• Circulating and scrubbing in the Endovascular Operating Room.
• Provide direct patient care and support surgical teams during vascular procedures.
• Assist with tissue dissection, wound management, and aseptic technique.

Skills

MO RN license

BLS

ACLS

Endovascular OR experience

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Operating Room First Assistant (RNFA) position is located in the South County area of St. Louis, Missouri. This role involves circulating and scrubbing procedures within the Endovascular Operating Room, providing direct patient care, and supporting surgical teams during vascular procedures. The position offers an opportunity to work in a well-equipped facility with a focus on vascular patients and advanced surgical interventions.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Current RN license valid in Missouri or eligible for licensure in Missouri, BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA, at least 1 year of experience as an Operating Room First Assistant (RNFA) in Endovascular OR, and experience with vascular patient care including EVAR, TCAR, TEVAR, AAA repair, and bypass procedures.
• Preferred Qualifications: Scrub experience preferred.
• Additional Information: This is a permanent position requiring scrub and circulating skills, with a focus on vascular surgeries. The RNFA will assist with tissue dissection, wound management, hemostasis, and maintaining aseptic technique. The role demands team collaboration, reliability, and the ability to work within established perioperative protocols. The assignment begins on 09/07/2026, with a 13-week duration.

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-02

Cross Country Job ID #1283137. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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