Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Northampton, MA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,470/weekOverview
- Start Date07/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The operating room nurse position is located in Northampton, Massachusetts. The role involves assisting surgeons in the operating room during surgical procedures and requires the candidate to bring their license on the first day. Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years of diversified peri-operative nursing experience with proficiency in both scrubbing and circulating roles. This role requires a graduate of an approved School of Nursing and current licensure as an RN in Massachusetts. The position entails working scheduled shifts and responding to on-call requirements as specified.
Job Details:
- Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
- Required Qualifications: Graduate of an approved School of Nursing; current licensure as an RN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; ACLS certification; completion of an RN First Assisting course that conforms to the Core Curriculum set forth by AORN; Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA or American Red Cross; five (5) years diversified peri-operative nursing experience with both scrubbing and circulating proficiency.
- Schedule: Schedule is 4x10s. Call is on call for two days a week from 5p (or from the end of their shift) to 7p, and one weekend (Saturday and Sunday) every 3 weekends. Weekend call is for 24 hours/day.
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the operating room nurse is responsible for assisting the surgeon in the lead role until the conclusion of the operative procedure. The candidate may be circulating at times.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Northampton, MA
About
Northampton is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Connecticut River defining the town's eastern border while Mount Holyoke, the westernmost peak of the Holyoke Range, is just beyond. Downtown Northampton is rich in history, culture and the arts. It's home to first-rate galleries, museums, bookstores, a thriving music scene, eclectic eateries, breweries and well-preserved buildings dating from the early-18th to the mid-19th centuries. For live theater, film, music, dance and art, the Academy of Music Theater sits within a majestic building that opened in 1891 as the country's first municipally-owned theater. For those looking to further their education, school is a priority in the heart of the Five-College Area. It’s the home of the prestigious Smith College and offers abundant opportunities for lifelong learning.
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