Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse position located in an acute care setting. The role involves providing patient care on a 128-bed unit with a focus on surgical services such as colorectal, hepatobiliary, bariatric, general, and orthopedic procedures, as well as common medical conditions including diabetes, heart disease, COPD, kidney, and gastrointestinal issues. The position requires direct patient care during night shifts, with a schedule of every other weekend.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 48 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid license to practice, BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in medical-surgical nursing, and relevant certifications.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in large hospital settings, familiarity with Cerner charting system, and ability to work independently on a busy surgical unit.
• Float: Float: Float rotation may be required to Med/Surg pods.
• Additional Information: The unit operates with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6 and does not require titration of drips or handling high-acuity airway equipment; respiratory support is readily available. The unit utilizes remote tele monitoring, and RN staff is responsible for reading their own strips. Orientation includes three shifts of unit-specific training. The hospital can cancel up to four shifts per 13-week assignment or three shifts for shorter assignments.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Other

As one of the leading suppliers of travel healthcare professionals and a Best of Staffing® Talent Award winner, Cross Country Nurses offers thousands of opportunities for healthcare professionals across the country. We have relationships with more than 2,500 healthcare facilities nationwide and offer excellent compensation and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry. Have the freedom to decide where you want to work and take your career where you want it to go when you travel with us.