Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,300 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Quincy, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) in an inpatient acute care setting. This position involves working on a fast-paced unit that handles heavy patient loads, including surgical admissions and discharges. The role requires skilled nursing care with a focus on surgical patient management, including neuro, orthopedic, and general surgical cases, with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts starting at 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Schedules are released six weeks in advance; block scheduling is not guaranteed and should be discussed with leadership.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications; minimum of 2 years of clinical experience within a surgical or acute care setting; EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) experience is required due to ongoing conversion; must have total joint experience, understanding of PCA pumps and reversal drugs (e.g., Narcan), and experience with TPN and Lipids.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with narcotic management, sepsis protocols, and titratable drips such as Heparin; familiarity with tele monitor interpretation and patient care in a high acuity environment is advantageous.
• Unit Notes: This unit cares for neuro, orthopedic, and general surgical patients, including procedures such as laminectomies, cervical fusions, and joint replacements. Typical diagnoses involve complex post-op care with use of PCA devices, epidurals, and management of chronic pain and sepsis.
• Patient Ratios and Staffing: Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:4 to 1:6; LPNs are available, with virtual admission and discharge nurses providing additional support. Night shifts may include house supervisors; charge nurses often take smaller assignments to assist.
• Patient Care Details: May include PICC, TPN, Lipids, femoral pop bypass, dialysis catheter insertions, and urgent OR cases. RNs may be required to interpret telemonitor strips; tele monitors are provided by a dedicated tele monitor tech.
• Additional Notes: The unit utilizes a fast-paced, high patient turnover environment, averaging 8-12 surgery admits per day. Orientation includes a 12-hour shift focused on computer modules, general orientation, and comp review.
• Other: No call or standby requirements; floating to similar units only; scrubs are provided in black; a standard 12-hour orientation shift on the day of hire is required.

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 #1320351. 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