Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,315 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: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse in a healthcare facility setting specializing in oncology, hematology, nephrology, endocrine, gastrointestinal, dermatology, and general medicine. The role involves providing patient care on a 56-bed unit with a focus on common diagnosis such as cancer, kidney failure, diabetes, and gastrointestinal issues, among others. This position requires flexibility in floating to other units as needed.

Job Details

• Location: Healthcare facility setting.
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active New York State Registered Nurse license, current American Heart Association Basic Life Support, National Institute of Health Stroke Scale, and chemotherapy certification. Up-to-date resume demonstrating 2+ years of experience in Medical Surgical or Oncology nursing, with documented travel experience. Valid driver's license matching the current address. EMR experience with EPIC.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in oncology and hematology units.
• Additional Information: The unit handles patients with cancer diagnoses, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues, skin conditions, and general medical cases. Requires float rotation. The unit uses IV pumps, NG tubes, chest tubes, and specialty beds (sand beds). Patient age range from 18 years and older. The facility has 56 beds. Submission must include a NURSYS license verification with active RN licenses and RTO details.

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 #1325202. 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