Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,990 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A registered nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MedSurg) care is needed at a healthcare facility in Freeport, Illinois. The position involves working on a MedSurg unit with a patient population primarily post-operative, requiring at least two years of recent post-operative recovery experience. The role includes a schedule of 12-hour shifts and requires candidates to bring their Illinois nursing license on the first day. Candidates who have previously worked at any facility within the organization must disclose this information during application.

Job Details:

• Location: Freeport, Illinois
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (0700-1930 or 1900-0730), scheduled on most shifts in need, with every other weekend required and holiday rotation.
• Required Qualifications: Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS Certification, a minimum of 2 years of recent post-operative recovery experience, ability to work 36 hours per week.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Meditech electronic medical record system.
• Additional Information: First-time travelers are welcome. The unit manages patients with diagnoses including post-operative general, orthopedic, podiatry, and general medical conditions such as diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cellulitis, peritoneal dialysis, surgical drains, and wound vacs. The unit uses telemetry monitored by monitor technicians; RNs do not read telemeters. Floating to ICU or Telemetry units may be required to handle overflow, within scope. Department-specific orientation involves two 12-hour shifts with a preceptor and includes HR meeting, orientation, and training.

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 #1276893. 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