What are the main factors that influence a Rn First Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Rn First Assistant's salary?

A Rn First Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,980 for beginners, reaching about $110,010 at mid-level, and approach $115,635 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Rn First Assistant?

Rn First Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rn First Assistant roles are District of Columbia $115,728, California $115,289, Massachusetts $113,752. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rn First Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Rn First Assistant level roles vary by specialization: First Assistant Engineer: $140,184; Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant: $104,900; Surgical First Assistant Nurse: $104,890; RN - First Assistant (RNFA): $104,880; Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant: $104,876.

Rn First Assistant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Rn First Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rn First Assistant in Rhode Island is $108,369 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Rn First Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,490
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,250 to $119,948
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,036

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Rn First Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,948	$9,996	$2,307	$58
Average	$108,369	$9,031	$2,084	$52
25th Percentile	$98,250	$8,187	$1,889	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Rn First Assistant Salaries

A Rn First Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Rn First Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rn First Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $105,980
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,683
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,010
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,260
Expert (over 8 years): $115,635

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Rn First Assistant	$105,980
Intermediate Level Rn First Assistant	$106,683
Senior Level Rn First Assistant	$110,010
Specialist Level Rn First Assistant	$115,260
Expert Level Rn First Assistant	$115,635

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How Do Rn First Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Rn First Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $115,728.
California: $115,289.
Massachusetts: $113,752.

District of Columbia $115,728 California $115,289 Massachusetts $113,752 Washington $113,334 New Jersey $113,292 Alaska $113,146 Connecticut $111,704 New York $111,118

Hawaii $109,247 Rhode Island $108,369 Maryland $107,774 Minnesota $106,958 Colorado $106,645 Illinois $106,540 Oregon $106,143 Delaware $105,850

New Hampshire $105,666 Virginia $105,255 Pennsylvania $104,053 Nevada $103,446 North Dakota $103,248 Michigan $102,934 Wisconsin $102,819 Vermont $102,589

Texas $101,952 Maine $101,910 Arizona $101,847 Ohio $101,774 Georgia $100,812 Indiana $100,332 Wyoming $100,238 Utah $100,091

Iowa $100,029 Kansas $99,527 Louisiana $99,380 North Carolina $99,328 Missouri $99,307 Florida $98,900 Montana $98,680 Nebraska $98,471

Kentucky $98,356 South Carolina $97,938 Tennessee $97,677 Idaho $97,572 New Mexico $96,809 Oklahoma $96,642 Alabama $96,025 South Dakota $94,991

Arkansas $94,426 West Virginia $94,123 Mississippi $93,214

Top Paying Cities for Rn First Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $109,724
Albion: $108,797
Ashaway: $109,516

Adamsville, RI $109,724 Albion, RI $108,797 Ashaway, RI $109,516 Barrington, RI $108,511 Block Island, RI $109,115 Bradford, RI $109,450 Bristol, RI $108,929 Carolina, RI $109,269

Charlestown, RI $109,309 Chepachet, RI $109,092 Clayville, RI $108,788 Coventry, RI $108,793 West Greenwich, RI $109,093 East Greenwich, RI $108,720 Exeter, RI $109,062 Fiskeville, RI $108,508

Forestdale, RI $109,345 Foster, RI $109,034 Glendale, RI $109,353 Greene, RI $109,177 Greenville, RI $108,550 Harmony, RI $108,690 Harrisville, RI $109,306 Hope, RI $108,576

Hope Valley, RI $109,420 Hopkinton, RI $109,564 Jamestown, RI $109,198 Kenyon, RI $109,256 Little Compton, RI $109,707 Manville, RI $108,940 Mapleville, RI $109,113 Newport, RI $109,308

Middletown, RI $109,356 North Kingstown, RI $108,907 North Scituate, RI $108,691 Oakland, RI $109,231 Pascoag, RI $109,378 Pawtucket, RI $108,349 Central Falls, RI $108,397 Cumberland, RI $109,012

Lincoln, RI $108,505 Portsmouth, RI $109,297 Prudence Island, RI $109,072 Rockville, RI $109,547 Saunderstown, RI $109,132 Shannock, RI $109,262 Slatersville, RI $109,346 Slocum, RI $109,129

Tiverton, RI $109,629 Wakefield, RI $109,225 Kingston, RI $109,184 Narragansett, RI $109,256 Peace Dale, RI $109,212 Warren, RI $108,791 Warwick, RI $108,488 Westerly, RI $109,542

West Kingston, RI $109,218 West Warwick, RI $108,620 Wood River Junction, RI $109,374 Woonsocket, RI $109,351 North Smithfield, RI $109,102 Wyoming, RI $109,262 Providence, RI $108,317 Cranston, RI $108,332

North Providence, RI $108,344 East Providence, RI $108,325 Riverside, RI $108,359 Rumford, RI $108,343 Smithfield, RI $108,563 Johnston, RI $108,381

Rn First Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rn First Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$98,250

Average $108,369/year

$119,948

$8,187

Average $9,031/month

$9,996

$1,889

Average $2,084/week

$2,307

$47

Average $52/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,948	$9,996	$2,307	$58
Average	$108,369	$9,031	$2,084	$52
25th Percentile	$98,250	$8,187	$1,889	$47

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