Travel Medical-Surgical Orthopedic Floor RN - $1,965 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Herrin, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Orthopedic Surgical Nurse in Herrin, Illinois. This position involves providing specialized nursing care on a medical-surgical orthopedic floor. Candidates are required to bring their Illinois Registered Nurse license and current CPR/BLS card on the first day. The role requires a flexible approach to patient care in a dynamic clinical environment, with a focus on ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Location: Herrin, Illinois
• Position: Medical Surgical Orthopedic Nurse
• Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Required Qualifications: Current Illinois Registered Nurse license, current CPR/BLS card, no minimum years of experience required
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Additional Information: Floating to clinically appropriate units as needed within the scope of practice, licensure, and demonstrated competencies. The primary units include surgical, orthopedic, and medical-surgical floors.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1277723. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus