Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job

Healthforce; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 7,789,000 - 8,156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

24/7 recruiter support

Fast credentialing

Extension opportunities

Nationwide assignments

Job summary

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses for a Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) role in Pittsfield, MA. The assignment runs for weeks with a 7:00 AM–5:30 PM schedule; on-call as needed and float to the main operating room.

Starting 09/21/2026, this travel opportunity offers weekly pay in the mid 3k range and housing/travel support with 24/7 recruiter assistance. The setting is a hospital operating room, with dedicated credentialing and nationwide opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active MA RN license in hand or conditional MA license accepted.
• CNOR, ACLS and BLS certifications current.
• Minimum 3+ years RNFA experience; at least 1 year in related specialties preferred.
• COVID-19 vaccination with booster; boosters current.
• Local radius within 50 miles of assignment location.

Responsibilities

• Provide RN First Assist support during operative cases under surgeon direction.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist with exposure, dissection, tissue handling, and hemostasis.
• Facilitate instrument handling, suction, retractors and other intraoperative needs.
• Collaborate with circulating nurse for patient safety and intraoperative documentation.
• Support preoperative planning and postoperative communication; participate in handoffs and debriefs.

Skills

RN First Assist (RNFA)

CNOR

ACLS

BLS

Surgical nursing

Education

Massachusetts RN license

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) travel assignment in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Start date 09/21/2026 for a duration of Weeks. Weekly pay $3,292–$3,447 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0. Shift: Days, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM; on-call as needed and float to the main operating room. Setting: hospital operating room.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $3,292–$3,447 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 0
• Contract duration: Weeks
• Shift: Days (7:00 AM–5:30 PM); on-call as needed; float to main OR
• Start date: 09/21/2026
• Setting: Hospital operating room

Responsibilities

• Provide RN First Assist support during operative cases, under surgeon direction
• Maintain sterile technique and assist with exposure, dissection, tissue handling, and hemostasis
• Facilitate instrument handling, suction, retractors, and other intraoperative needs
• Collaborate with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety and accurate intraoperative documentation
• Support preoperative planning and postoperative communication as needed; participate in handoffs and debriefs

Requirements

• Active Massachusetts RN license (in hand at submission) or conditional MA license accepted
• CNOR, ACLS, and BLS certifications current
• Minimum 3+ years RNFA experience; facility requires at least 1 year experience for specialties (RNFA 3 years specifically preferred)
• COVID-19 vaccination with booster; boosters current (no exemptions)
• SSN and DOB required for submission
• Local radius: within 50 miles of assignment location

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Fast credentialing process
• Nationwide assignments
• Extension opportunities
• Housing assistance available
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support

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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

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
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

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
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• 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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.