How much do staff First Assist Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, February 7th 2026, the average hourly salary for a First Assist Nurse is $36 per hour, but can pay up to $60 per hour.

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Q: What certificates are commonly held by First Assist nurses?

First assist nurses may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ), Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ), Registered Nurse First Assistant ( RNFA ), Certified Perioperative Nurse ( CNOR ) or Registered Nurse Assistant at Surgery – Certified ( RNAS-C ), among others.

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Community Health Partners (CHP)
Fresno, CA
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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Christian Hospital
Saint Louis, MO

$38-63/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Christian Hospital
Saint Louis, MO

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Progress West Healthcare Center
O'Fallon, MO

$38-63/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Saint Louis, MO

$38-63/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Medical Center - Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
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$56/hour

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RN First Assistant, Operating Room

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
Saint Louis, MO

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Registered Nurse First Assistant, Cardiovascular Operating Room

Methodist Hospital
Cibolo, TX

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Registered Nurse First Assistant, Cardiovascular Operating Room

Methodist Hospital
New Braunfels, TX

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Registered Nurse First Assistant, Cardiovascular Operating Room

Methodist Hospital
Schertz, TX

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Operating Room RN First Assistant

Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Mercy Hospital Washington
Washington, MO

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Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Mercy Hospital Washington
Washington, MO

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Registered Nurse First Assistant, Cardiovascular Operating Room

Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX

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Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)

Manatee Memorial Hospital
Bradenton, FL

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First Assist Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average First Assist Nurse Salary

$51.09/hour

The average salary for a First Assist Nurse is $51.09 per hour. This is 35% higher than the nursing US average of $33.30.

Last updated on February 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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First Assist Nurse Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 14 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $69 per hour on average, and up to $85 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 231 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,928 per hour on average, and up to $4,320 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a First Assist Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's First Assist Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

What certificates are commonly held by First Assist nurses?

First assist nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA), Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) or Registered Nurse Assistant at Surgery – Certified (RNAS-C), among others.

What degrees might help further my career as a First Assist nurse?

First assist nurses may need a Registered Nurse Assistant at Surgery – Certified (RNAS-C) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field.

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