Travel Operating Room First Assistant RN - $3,245 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited free CE credits

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

A travel nursing company is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN First Assist) for a travel nursing position in Palm Springs, California. The role involves serving as the primary surgical assistant and requires at least one year of acute care experience along with an active RN license. Competitive salaries, private housing options, comprehensive health insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan are offered along with continuous support from the staff throughout your journey.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary assistant to the surgeon during surgery.
• Prepare and use surgical equipment and instruments.
• Monitor patient status and control bleeding.

Skills

Acute care experience

Surgical assistance

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Overview

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

Job Details

• Specialty: First Assist
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

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

• 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 #1240112. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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\u2019re 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\u2019re with you every step of the way. Let\u2019s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus