Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,920 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/07/2026
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Med Surg (Medical Surgical) Registered Nurse position located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care on a post-surgical medical-surgical unit, supporting patient recovery and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The position offers a dynamic environment where team collaboration and patient-centered care are prioritized.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, 1 year of nursing experience, and compliance with the facility's vaccination policy (e.g., flu vaccination from November 1 to April 1).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in post-surgical care, especially in urology, orthopedics, and general surgery; willingness to learn and take charge in the unit.
• Additional Information: The unit has 23 beds with a patient ratio of approximately 1:6. Equipment includes customary nursing tools and IV pumps; electronic medical records are managed through EPIC. Candidates should demonstrate strong teamwork, effective communication skills, and professionalism in scrubs (black). The assignment duration is flexible, with up to 26 weeks available, and candidates are expected to work at least one major holiday or weekend every other week.

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 #1283076. 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 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