Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,050 per week (Hiring Immediately)

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

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A registered nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MS) care is needed in Marion, Illinois. This position involves working on a med/surg/ortho unit, with a focus on providing confident and independent nursing care. Candidates must bring their license on the first day of assignment. The role requires a minimum of two years of experience in medical/surgical settings, charting proficiency in Electronic Patient Record (EPIC), and active Illinois RN licensure. The position is scheduled for day shifts, and candidates are expected to adhere to the specified schedule and unit requirements.

Job Details:

• Location: Marion, Illinois
• Specialty: Medical Surgical Floor (MS)
• Shift: 12-hour days (7 am - 7:30 pm)
• Schedule: 36 hours per week, guaranteed, except during holidays when the unit is closed
• Required Qualifications: Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license (no pending licenses or temporary licenses), AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience, charting experience with Electronic Patient Record (EPIC), associate degree or certificate in nursing, residence in Illinois
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing
• Float: Float rotation may be required to Emergency Department/Intensive Care Unit to care for Medical holds only
• Additional Information: Ratios are 1:5 with a CNA, potentially 1:4 in cases of staffing shortages. The unit requires hard-working, resilient, adaptable, and social candidates accustomed to managing change. Scrub color required: Navy Blue. Covid-19 vaccination is not required, subject to change. GSA hours are not guaranteed during orientation week; hours are guaranteed except during holidays when the unit is closed.
• Submission Requirements: Active Illinois RN license and AHA BLS certification must be attached upon submittal.

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 #1280483. 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