Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job
SMH Level 4 RN OR RNFA - Robotics is a travel assignment in Rochester, NY, beginning 04/13/2026 for 13 weeks. Compensation ranges from $2,236 to $2,354 per week for 12-hour shifts. This hospital OR role supports robotic-assisted procedures using DaVinci systems, with the RN First Assistant working under the surgeon’s direction to help ensure safe, efficient operations and optimal patient outcomes. NY RN licensure and RNFA-related credentials are required, with on-call duties per unit need and no guaranteed weekends or holidays unless requested by the unit.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,236–$2,354 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour days
- Start date: 04/13/2026
- Location: Rochester, NY
- Specialties and setting: Robotic surgery RNFA in a main OR with DaVinci robotics; Monday–Friday daytime schedule with on-call per unit needs
Responsibilities
- Serve as RN First Assistant in the operative phase under the surgeon’s direction for robotic-assisted cases; scrub and/or circulate as needed
- Collaborate with the surgeon and perioperative team to ensure safe operations and optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain sterile technique, manage instrumentation, tissue handling, and exposure during DaVinci robotic procedures
- Support a range of robotic cases (e.g., urology, gynecology, colorectal, thoracic, general surgery) and adapt to unit needs
- Provide nursing care responsibilities when not assigned to the RNFA role and participate in postoperative documentation and communication
- Adhere to CNOR/RNFA standards and state regulations throughout perioperative practice
Requirements
- Active New York RN license
- Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant program; CNOR certification required
- DaVinci robotic experience required; Robotic surgery experience preferred (urology, GYN, colorectal, thoracic, general surgery)
- Two years of OR experience; level 1 trauma experience preferred
- Perioperative nursing proficiency with scrubbing and circulating capabilities preferred
- BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
- Ability to work in a hospital OR setting with Monday–Friday day shifts and on-call obligations as dictated by the unit
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Fast credentialing
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Extension opportunities
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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.
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