Travel Registered Nurse First Assist Job
Saint Louis, MO
Contracted
Christian Hospital - Aya
Mid Level
Embark on a transformative journey as a Registered Nurse, First Assist, in Missouri’s vibrant Saint Louis region, where every case is an opportunity to shape outcomes and touch lives. In this role you’ll pair surgical precision with compassionate care, collaborating directly with surgeons to deliver proactive, patient-centered results from the first incision to the final recovery. The First Assist specialty places you at the heart of the operative team, demanding poise under pressure, expert technique, and a proactive mindset that elevates the patient experience. You’ll see a wide spectrum of procedures across multiple specialties, gaining depth and breadth in your practice, while contributing to safer surgeries, shorter recovery times, and enhanced overall quality of care. As you grow, you’ll have access to mentorship, advanced skill-building, and pathways toward leadership in perioperative nursing. Missouri’s heartland spirit shines through in every assignment, where you’ll meet colleagues who value collaboration, resilience, and continuous learning. Beyond the OR, Missouri unfolds with accessible parks, river trails, vibrant neighborhoods, and rich cultural offerings—from jazz-filled evenings to world-class cuisine—making weekend explorations as rewarding as your weekday challenges.
Saint Louis provides a compelling backdrop for your perioperative career. The city’s renowned medical centers blend cutting-edge technology with patient-centered care, offering an environment where you can refine your craft and contribute meaningfully to complex surgical teams. If you crave variety, this opportunity also opens doors to assignments across the United States, allowing you to experience diverse hospital settings, patient populations, and surgical disciplines. The broader travel model enriches your professional portfolio, broadens your clinical perspectives, and strengthens your adaptability—qualities that position you for continued advancement. Expect a supportive ecosystem that values your expertise, provides flexible scheduling options when possible, and respects the balance you seek between professional fulfillment and personal life. You’ll receive comprehensive onboarding, credentialing assistance, and ongoing access to resources that keep you at the top of your game, including 24/7 travel support and a direct line to clinical leadership whenever you need it.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to empower your growth and reward your dedication. As a Registered Nurse – First Assist, you will provide direct intraoperative support under the surgeon’s direction, including tissue handling, retraction, hemostasis, suctioning, instrument exchange, and rapid response to intraoperative shifts. You’ll contribute to meticulous preoperative planning, verify patient consent and safety checks, assist with patient positioning, and monitor the patient’s status throughout the procedure. Postoperative handoffs and wound-care planning are integral, ensuring continuity of care and successful transitions to recovery. This role offers meaningful professional development across multiple surgical specialties, opportunities to pursue advanced perioperative certifications, and a clear path toward leadership responsibilities as your clinical judgment, teaching ability, and quality-improvement initiatives shine. Compensation is competitive, with a weekly pay range of $3,136 to $3,292, and options for bonuses tied to performance or assignment terms, as well as housing assistance to ease relocation. You’ll also have the potential for contract extensions, allowing you to deepen expertise with trusted teams and continue making an impact. While there is no guaranteed hourly commitment (0.0), assignments are structured to align with facility schedules and patient demand, offering reliable blocks of work while preserving flexibility where feasible. The company backs you with comprehensive travel support, including 24/7 assistance, credentialing help, and a dedicated nurse liaison who understands the realities of traveling clinicians and the demands of operating rooms.
The company’s values center on empowering staff, fostering career advancement, and maintaining a supportive, inclusive work environment. You’ll find mentorship opportunities, continuing education resources, and clear pathways to expand your scope of practice. A culture that prioritizes clinician well-being, recognizes expertise, and celebrates professional growth means you’ll not only advance technically but also contribute to a collaborative teams-first atmosphere that sustains high-quality patient care over time.
Ready to elevate your perioperative career with a team that values your contributions and invests in your development? This is your moment to join a program that respects your skill, rewards your dedication, and offers mobility across leading surgical environments. Your start date is March 23, 2026, with weeks-long assignments designed to challenge you while providing a robust support framework. If you’re ready to bring surgical precision, patient advocacy, and a collaborative spirit to Saint Louis and beyond, apply today. This opportunity enables you to extend your influence across diverse operating rooms, while enjoying competitive pay, housing support, potential extension opportunities, and a network of colleagues committed to your professional success.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Saint Louis provides a compelling backdrop for your perioperative career. The city’s renowned medical centers blend cutting-edge technology with patient-centered care, offering an environment where you can refine your craft and contribute meaningfully to complex surgical teams. If you crave variety, this opportunity also opens doors to assignments across the United States, allowing you to experience diverse hospital settings, patient populations, and surgical disciplines. The broader travel model enriches your professional portfolio, broadens your clinical perspectives, and strengthens your adaptability—qualities that position you for continued advancement. Expect a supportive ecosystem that values your expertise, provides flexible scheduling options when possible, and respects the balance you seek between professional fulfillment and personal life. You’ll receive comprehensive onboarding, credentialing assistance, and ongoing access to resources that keep you at the top of your game, including 24/7 travel support and a direct line to clinical leadership whenever you need it.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to empower your growth and reward your dedication. As a Registered Nurse – First Assist, you will provide direct intraoperative support under the surgeon’s direction, including tissue handling, retraction, hemostasis, suctioning, instrument exchange, and rapid response to intraoperative shifts. You’ll contribute to meticulous preoperative planning, verify patient consent and safety checks, assist with patient positioning, and monitor the patient’s status throughout the procedure. Postoperative handoffs and wound-care planning are integral, ensuring continuity of care and successful transitions to recovery. This role offers meaningful professional development across multiple surgical specialties, opportunities to pursue advanced perioperative certifications, and a clear path toward leadership responsibilities as your clinical judgment, teaching ability, and quality-improvement initiatives shine. Compensation is competitive, with a weekly pay range of $3,136 to $3,292, and options for bonuses tied to performance or assignment terms, as well as housing assistance to ease relocation. You’ll also have the potential for contract extensions, allowing you to deepen expertise with trusted teams and continue making an impact. While there is no guaranteed hourly commitment (0.0), assignments are structured to align with facility schedules and patient demand, offering reliable blocks of work while preserving flexibility where feasible. The company backs you with comprehensive travel support, including 24/7 assistance, credentialing help, and a dedicated nurse liaison who understands the realities of traveling clinicians and the demands of operating rooms.
The company’s values center on empowering staff, fostering career advancement, and maintaining a supportive, inclusive work environment. You’ll find mentorship opportunities, continuing education resources, and clear pathways to expand your scope of practice. A culture that prioritizes clinician well-being, recognizes expertise, and celebrates professional growth means you’ll not only advance technically but also contribute to a collaborative teams-first atmosphere that sustains high-quality patient care over time.
Ready to elevate your perioperative career with a team that values your contributions and invests in your development? This is your moment to join a program that respects your skill, rewards your dedication, and offers mobility across leading surgical environments. Your start date is March 23, 2026, with weeks-long assignments designed to challenge you while providing a robust support framework. If you’re ready to bring surgical precision, patient advocacy, and a collaborative spirit to Saint Louis and beyond, apply today. This opportunity enables you to extend your influence across diverse operating rooms, while enjoying competitive pay, housing support, potential extension opportunities, and a network of colleagues committed to your professional success.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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