Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) — Contract/Travel — Chico, CA — 16-Week, Days — $4,012/40hrs

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We’re looking for an experienced Registered Nurse to step into the First Assistant role for a 16-week contract in Chico, CA. This is a day-shift travel assignment starting July 1, 2026, with a weekly rate of $4,012 (based on a 40-hour week).

Why this role matters
As the RN First Assistant, you’ll work closely with the surgeon in both the Operating Room and the Labor & Delivery suite, providing direct perioperative patient care and hands-on assistance during procedures. This role expands traditional perioperative nursing responsibilities and relies on strong clinical judgment, technical skill, and teamwork.

What you’ll bring

• CNOR certification
• Current California RN license (Board of Registered Nursing)
• Current CPR certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

What you’ll do

• Serve as the surgeon’s first assistant during surgical procedures, providing direct, intraoperative support
• Apply expanded perioperative nursing knowledge and skills gained through formal instruction and supervised practice
• Practice under the surgeon’s supervision to optimize patient outcomes in the OR and Labor & Delivery suite

Logistics at a glance

• Location: Chico, CA
• Assignment type: Contract / Travel
• Start date: July 1, 2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Shift: Days
• Rate: $4,012/40 hours

If you’re a skilled RNFA who enjoys hands-on perioperative work and collaborating closely with surgical teams, this is a great short-term opportunity to make an impact.