Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Chico, CA
Slate Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

$4,502/week

Posted 7 days ago

Overview

Start Date09/07/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

20% higher than average Registered Nurse / First Assist Nurse pay in California

Estimated total pay

$4,502/week

Qualifications

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Required

Profile

Resume

Work Experience

First Assist Nurse (2 years)

License

California Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other qualifications

References

At least 2 references

Description

Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) - Operating Room

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse First Assistant is a licensed professional who renders direct patient care as a part of the perioperative role by functioning as a first assistant to the surgeon. The RNFA practices an expanded role of perioperative nursing and has acquired knowledge, skills and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon through organized instruction and supervised practice. The RNFA practices under the supervision of the surgeon in the Operating Room and Labor and Delivery Suite as a First Assistant.

**Position will be required to be credentialed through the Enloe Medical Staff office** (Minimum 6-8 week processing time)

Requirements:
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)
- Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current CPR
- Current ACLS recognition
ACLS, BLS/BCLS, RNFA certifications required.

Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) - Operating Room 8- or 10-hour shifts, Days with 0630 start time. Alternating Weekends Duration: 16 weeks Minimum Years of Experience: 2 ACLS, BLS/BCLS, RNFA certifications required. Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) required.

Employer

Slate Healthcare

4.3rating(21 reviews)

15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Slate Healthcare

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Review of Akash Punnu on Aug 1, 2026

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About

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.

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