Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: First Assist Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, flexible Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Job Description The RN First Assistant (RNFA) is a highly trained Registered Nurse who plays a crucial role in supporting surgical procedures alongside surgeons and the healthcare team. This position involves collaboration to ensure safe operations and optimal outcomes for patients while practicing perioperative nursing. Key Responsibilities Assisting surgeons during operations by performing specialized tasks within the operating room. Collaborating with the surgical team to ensure a safe and effective perioperative experience. Practicing in alignment with the surgeon's direction during the operative phase. Performing duties of the Operating Room staff RN when not assigned to RNFA responsibilities. Job Requirements NYS Registered Professional Nurse License (pending applications are accepted). Completion of an accredited RN First Assistant course. CNOR certification required. Robotic surgery experience preferred across multiple specialties, including: Robotic Urology Robotic Gynecology Robotic Colorectal Robotic Surgical Oncology (e.g., Whipple procedures, gastrectomies, hernia repairs) Robotic Thoracic Robotic General Surgery (e.g., gallbladders, appendectomies) Two (2) years of experience OR experience in a Level 1 trauma setting preferred.

Certifications BLS certification (American Heart Association only) ACLS certification preferred (American Heart Association only) CNOR certification required Schedule This position is a full-time role, requiring 36 or 48 hours per week, with day shifts from Monday to Friday. There are on-call responsibilities until 11 PM as needed by the unit. No weekend or holiday shifts are assigned.

Thrive Staffing Job ID 19410454. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: RN:OR RNFA,07:00:00-19:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.