Operating Room RN First Assist
Keene, NH
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$3,080/weekOverview
- Start Date05/11/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Operating Room RN (RNFA) opportunity in Keene, NH — 13-week travel nursing assignment with competitive pay and 40 guaranteed hours.
Embark on an exciting travel nursing opportunity as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in Keene, New Hampshire! Join a collaborative and skilled surgical team in a modern facility featuring five operating room suites and a sixth suite located in labor and delivery. This role is ideal for perioperative nurses, surgical nurses, RN First Assists (RNFA), and travel nurses seeking New Hampshire nursing jobs in the Monadnock Region.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,750 – $2,890
- Location: Keene, NH 03431 — Keene healthcare jobs / New Hampshire travel nursing
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks (travel nursing assignment)
- Start Date: May 11, 2026
- Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday (Guaranteed 40 hours/week)
- Shifts: 10-hour day shifts, Monday–Friday (Day shift: 06:30–17:00)
- On Call: Every 4th weekend
- Patient Ratio: 1:1 in the OR
- Setting: Acute care surgical services with primary focus on orthopedic and trauma surgery
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Hampshire (required)
- BLS certification (AHA)
- Recent first assist experience
- Willingness to be trained in ENT, cataract, and C-section procedures (experience in these areas not required)
- Perioperative (OR) experience and prior work with surgical teams (RNs, CSTs/surgical technologists, surgeons) preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care as an RN First Assist (RNFA) during surgical procedures, supporting perioperative patient safety and outcomes
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary surgical team including RNs, CSTs (surgical technologists), anesthesiologists, and surgeons
- Care for a diverse patient population across the lifespan — infants to geriatrics — in inpatient and outpatient surgical settings
- Assist with a variety of surgical services, primarily orthopedic and trauma; opportunity to expand skills in ENT, cataract, and C-section surgeries
- Participate in on-call rotation every 4th weekend as part of the perioperative team
Join our healthcare team in Keene, NH — a rewarding travel nursing job for perioperative and surgical nurses seeking hands-on RNFA experience. Apply now to be considered for this Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) travel assignment and advance your surgical nursing career.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Keene, NH
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Keene, NH here's what you should know:- Keene's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages may be slightly lower compared to the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows in winter are around 10°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found in Keene, but availability may vary depending on the season.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- Keene is car-friendly, with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Keene has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to colder winters.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Keene offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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