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12101 - Travel: RN - First Assist I

Longview, TX 75601

Posted: 01/17/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 60524 Specialty: First Assist

Job Description


Join Our Team as a Travel RN First Assist I (Job Code: 12101) – Elevate Your Perioperative Nursing Career!

Embark on an exciting travel opportunity as a First Assist RN specializing in cardiovascular and venous enormity procedures. As a critical member of our perioperative team, you will collaborate directly with surgeons and healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care during complex surgical interventions. Your expertise in CVOR and EVH procedures will make a tangible difference in patient outcomes, offering you a rewarding and dynamic work environment.

What You Bring:
  • Minimum of 5 years OR experience, including both scrubbing and circulating roles
  • Proficiency and comfort in circulating, scrubbing, and first assist responsibilities within CVOR and EVH environments
  • Demonstrated competence in sterile technique, instrument handling, tissue exposure, hemostasis, and suturing
  • Strong understanding of aseptic practices, patient safety, and intraoperative protocols
  • Ability to manage surgical equipment, supplies, and patient positioning with precision
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude
  • Experience with high-risk equipment such as electrosurgical units, lasers, and specialized technology

Additional Skills That Are a Plus:
  • Previous experience with the RNFA role, including knowledge of surgical assisting techniques
  • Familiarity with sterilization processes and inventory management
  • Certification in CNOR and current ACLS/BLS credentials
  • Experience working in a fast-paced surgical setting, especially in CVOR and EVH procedures

Preferred Education & Experience:
  • Completion of an accredited RNFA program meeting AORN standards, accepted by the CCI
  • Active RN license in Texas or a compact state
  • Valid BLS and ACLS certifications
  • Prior OR experience specifically in cardiovascular or venous surgery

Other Requirements:
  • Credentialing process with CHRISTUS, which may take up to 90 days before the assignment begins
  • Must be willing to travel and adapt to varied surgical schedules and environments
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to hospital policies

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $67.00
  • Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (VMS shift: 6:30-15:00)
  • 8-hour shifts with full-time hours
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time, licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements
  • 24/7 dedicated team support committed to your success

Take the next step in your perioperative nursing journey—apply today to become part of a dynamic team that values your skills, offers rewarding challenges, and supports your professional growth. Your expertise and dedication will help shape exceptional patient outcomes in a vital surgical specialty.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
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