Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,310 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Utica, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) in an acute care setting. This position involves providing care to adult patients with a variety of diagnoses including stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, dialysis, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, and pulmonary conditions. The role requires a caring nurse to support patients through complex needs, utilizing advanced equipment and adhering to unit-specific protocols. The shift is scheduled for nights, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with floating responsibilities as needed.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Active New York Registered Nurse license, current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification, NIH Stroke Scale certification (must be obtained prior to start), valid driver's license matching demographics, up-to-date resume demonstrating 2+ years of experience in medical-surgical stroke stepdown units with travel experience, NURSYS license verification, experience with electronic medical records (EPIC), and recent employment history reflecting travel assignments.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with adult patients on medical-surgical units, familiarity with common diagnosis management such as stroke, renal, COPD, CHF, and pneumonia, proficiency with IV pumps, NG tubes, and feeding tubes.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The unit accommodates adult patients with complex medical needs, requiring expertise with specialty equipment and medication administration. Candidates must include RTO (Request for Time Off) at the time of submission.

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 #1317364. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

About Cross Country Nurses

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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus