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First Assist Travel Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top First Assist Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top First Assist travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 7 of the best available First Assist nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 1 exclusive, high-paying First Assist travel nurse job you won’t find anywhere else. California First Assist travel jobs are currently available in cities like Chico, San Luis Obispo, Palm Springs, Tulare and Santa Maria. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California First Assist nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an First Assist travel nurse in California as of Nov 1, 2024 was $3,931 weekly. Currently, you can find First Assist jobs in California with a salary range between $2,874 to $3,416 per week. The city with the highest paying First Assist job in California currently is Hanford with a position for a Registered Nurse – First Assistant at $3,167 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find First Assist travel nursing work in. French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, Adventist Health Hanford in Hanford and Enloe Medical Center in Chico all have First Assist departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for First Assist travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Dec 21, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – First Assistant role at $3,375 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Jan 13, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – First Assistant role at $3,317 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a First Assist travel nurse job in California including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

California is a popular place to work for First Assist travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Travel First Assist Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 First Assist jobs in California and 22 First Assist jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Hanford, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel First Assist positions available in Hanford.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • Hanford, California – 93230
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 12
$2,874 to $3,167
Weekly Pay*
Location mainly Selma, maybe asked to float to Reedley. Shift usually starts at 0630 or 0700. Looking for an experienced circulator. On call requirements is one weekend a month and one day a week. Patient ratio is 1:1. Department scrubs This department includes all functions related to operating room services, including intraoperative patient care. It also may include perfusion services, inpatient and/or outpatient services, and other operating room support functions. It does not include PACU, anesthesia functions, pre op holding, and/or central sterile functions. If your department is operating as a combined department with all surgery services combined, please notify FP&A and we can map it to “Surgical Services Combined Without Anesthesia” to provide you with an appropriate benchmark. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Department Specific License/Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Healthstream Advanced Cardiac Life Support (HS-ACLS) or RQIACLS: Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Healthstream Pediatric Advanced Life Support (HS-PALS) or RQIPALS: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • Hanford, California – 93230
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 12
$2,874 to $3,167
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Tulare, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel First Assist positions available in Tulare.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • Tulare, California – 93274
  • 8 D,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 13
$3,025 to $3,334
Weekly Pay*
Centrally located within the heart of California, Adventist Health Tulare has been serving the Central Valley since 2018. We are comprised of a 108-bed acute care hospital, emergency department and provide primary and specialty care services to best serve our community. Tulare is situated in a delightful and geographically diverse region. There are a variety of opportunities for all-season outdoor recreation such as camping, hiking, water and snow skiing, fishing and boating. It is also within an hour’s travel time to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities. Job Summary: Organizes and facilitates the patient while in the Operating Room (OR). Coordinates the overall care of patient between surgeon, anesthesiologist and room staff. Functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted. Participates in preoperative assessment and planning for selected surgical patients in collaboration with the healthcare team members in the preoperative location. Regularly demonstrates subject matter expertise regarding medication, treatment and patient care standards. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Two years’ perioperative nursing experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification in the state of practice: Required Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) certification in the state of practice: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification: Required Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Status (PEARS)/Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Preferred Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) membership: Preferred Department Specific License/Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Healthstream Advanced Cardiac Life Support (HS-ACLS) or RQIACLS: Required Essential Functions: Performs circulating and scrubbing duties. Verbally confirms surgical site/side before induction of anesthesia. Accurately performs all sponge, needle, sharp and instrument counts at appropriate time and according to department policy. Handles and dissects tissues in collaboration with the surgeon. Clamps blood vessels, coagulates bleeding points, ligates vessels, and performs other procedures in collaboration with the surgeon. Sutures muscle, fascia, subcutaneous, and skin tissue in collaboration with the surgeon. Places drains as surgically indicated. Assists with cannulation and decannulation procedures, if indicated. Assists with transferring the patient to and from the operating room, positioning, prepping and draping. Provides patient with safe and aseptic environment by applying the principles of aseptic technique. Takes corrective action to rectify breaks in aseptic technique. Inspects sterile items before opening and maintains sterility of items during delivery to sterile field. Obtains and interprets patient data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as needed. Develops and implements action plan for practice changes to enhance patient outcomes. Maintains appropriate traffic patterns and personnel around the sterile field. Applies appropriate methods and parameters of sterilization/disinfection. Observes for general cleanliness of the Operating Room and takes appropriate action to amend, as necessary. Prepares instruments according to physician preference and scheduled procedure. Utilizes specific knowledge and skills in a surgical environment to assist the surgeon. Works under minimal supervision. Documents relevant data, including but not limited to nursing diagnoses, patient’s plan of care, intervention and response, and discharge plan. Mentors, develops, inspires, educates and leads staff members in patient care setting. Enhances efficiency and cost effectiveness by identifying opportunities to decrease costs, as applicable to the job. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. O
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel First Assist positions available in San Luis Obispo.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • San Luis Obispo, California – 93401
  • 8 D,
  • December 21, 2024
  • 13
$3,062 to $3,375
Weekly Pay*
Acute FA Shift Length 8 Guaranteed Hours 40 hours per week Years of Experience 2 Years
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Highest Paying Jobs in Santa Maria, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel First Assist positions available in Santa Maria.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • Santa Maria, California – 93454
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$3,010 to $3,317
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Chico, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel First Assist positions available in Chico.
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Registered Nurse – First Assistant
  • Chico, California – 95926
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$3,100 to $3,416
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right First Assist RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on First Assist Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about First Assist traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of First Assist job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent First Assist job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel First Assist Jobs in California

How much does an First Assist travel nurse make on average in California?

A First Assist nurse in California can make an average of $3,174 per week.

How much does a night shift First Assist travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 8 Hour Night shift First Assist nurse in California can make an average of $3,813 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift First Assist travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift First Assist nurse in California can make an average of $3,380 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel First Assist jobs are available in California?

There are currently 7 First Assist travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN First Assist staff in California?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach
  • AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina in West Covina
  • UC Davis Department of Psychiatry in Sacramento
  • Kingsburg Community Health Center in Kingsburg
  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster

What types of shifts are most common for First Assist travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

What is the most common contract duration for First Assist travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a First Assist travel job in California is 13.

Locating First Assist Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Chico, Hanford, Palm Springs, Tepusquet, and Tulare have travel First Assist nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Nexxrad, AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina, UC Davis Department of Psychiatry, Kingsburg Community Health Center and Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, all with nurse specialties and First Assist staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer First Assist Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for First Assist professionals.
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Hanford
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 16, 13, 7, 26, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Address
115 MALL DRIVE
Hanford, CA 93230
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fort Roosevelt (93232), Bel Air Mobile Home Park (93232), Tara Mobile Estates (93230), Pitco (93230), Sierra Vista Mobile Estates (93230)
Adventist Health Sonora
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Postpartum Progressive Care Unit
Address
1000 Greenley Rd.
Sonora, CA 95370
Nearby Neighborhoods
Sonora Knolls (95370)
Enloe Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist First Assist Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit
Address
1531 Esplanade
Chico, CA 95926
St. John’s Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Emergency Room First Assist Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1600 North Rose Avenue
Oxnard, CA 93030
Nearby Neighborhoods
Owl Mobile Manor (93030), Arts Trailer Court (93030), Royal Palms Mobile Home Park (93032), The Colony Mobile Home Park (93033), Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Park (93033)
French Hospital Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Case Manager Cath Lab First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1911 Johnson Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.