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.

Question 1

How much do staff First Assist Nurse jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, February 13th 2026, the average hourly salary for a First Assist Nurse is $35 per hour, but can pay up to $60 per hour.

Question 2

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Friday, February 13th 2026, Vivian has 16 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $93 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 3

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Friday, February 13th 2026, Vivian has 209 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,899 per hour on average, and up to $4,200 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What certificates are commonly held by First Assist nurses?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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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