Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,965 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) registered nurses are needed in Birmingham, Alabama. This position involves working 13-week assignments with every other weekend and some holidays required. Candidates must possess at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty they are applying for, with travel experience and proficiency with Cerner electronic health records. Active compact or Alabama licenses are required. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Birmingham, Alabama
• Position: Medical Surgical Floor (MS)
• Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, 3x12-hour shifts, 13 weeks duration
• Required Qualifications: Valid certifications, relevant education or degree in nursing, active license (compact or Alabama), minimum 2 years of recent experience in the specialty, travel experience, Cerner electronic health records experience, residency in Alabama (or eligible for Alabama licensure)
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: 13-week assignment, every other weekend, some holidays required. Limit RTO requests in July and the first week of August.

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 #1264436. 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