Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,095 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carbondale, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Medical Surgical Nurse (MS) Days 36 hours/week Starting 09/07/2026. This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population on a 25-bed unit, with an emphasis on stroke, post-operative, and critical care patients. The role requires delivering quality patient care within a fast-paced hospital setting, adhering to safety and clinical standards. Job Details Position involves working on a 25-bed Medical Surgical unit with private and semi-private rooms. Nursing ratio is 5:1 during day shifts, with occasional patient care responsibilities including stroke patients (non-TPA), post-operative patients, and patients requiring wound care, dialysis, COPD exacerbations, and other acute conditions. Required Qualifications include current Illinois Registered Nurse license, CPR/BLS Card, ACLS, and at least 2 years of relevant nursing experience. Schedule: Day shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week. Experience with stroke certification and the ability to provide care for a variety of acute and post-surgical patients is preferred. Must possess current licenses and certifications listed, including CPR/BLS and ACLS. Submit premium credentials and certifications at the time of application to be considered. Additional clinical certifications such as NIHSS and specific unit-related credentials are highly desirable. 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 1303878. 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