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Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
St. Louis, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

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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.

Facility

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

4.0rating(40 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

4.0rating

Anonymous

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Mercy Hospital Saint Louis on Apr 9, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
825 beds

ADDRESS615 South New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel First Assist Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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