Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
St. Louis, MO
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,704/weekOverview
- Start Date05/11/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Travel RNFA (Operating Room) - Saint Louis, Missouri
Position Overview
- Specialty: Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) / Complex OR
- Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
- Employment Type: Travel
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days, 4 x 10-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
- Call Requirements: Required; details to be discussed during interview
- Weekend/Holiday: No weekends, no holidays, no call on weekends
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Missouri
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 2 years of First Assist experience, including experience within the last year
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CNOR, CSFA
- Experience assisting in GU (urology) and Orthopedic surgery
Role Summary
- Assist surgeons during procedures including suturing and wound closure
- Support multiple staff on leave and collaborate with newly added surgeons
- Work independently and as part of a team in a surgical environment
Work Environment
- Unit: Operating Room
- Patient Type: Surgical patients (General, GU, Orthopedic)
- Dress Code: Black scrubs provided by facility for OR
Additional Information
- Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1 (exemptions require approval)
- Facility uses EPIC electronic medical records system
- No weekend or holiday shifts; call requirements apply on weekdays
This opportunity is ideal for experienced OR nurses seeking a travel assignment with a reputable healthcare system in a vibrant city setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
226 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Jenny Berroth my recruiter was amazing! Very responsive and willing to help in any way she can
Cons
N/A
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel First Assist Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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