Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,300 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
The Medical Surgical (MS) registered nurse position is based in an acute care facility located in Illinois. This role involves working on a 21-bed general medical observation unit, specifically on 4 East. The position features a 12-hour day shift with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week. The nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care within a busy medical-surgical environment.

Job Details:

• Location: 1000 Health Center Drive, Mattoon, IL 61938, United States
• Shift: 12-hour days, schedule is based on dayshift hours
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Two or more years of experience in medical-surgical nursing are required. Must have verifiable permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility.
• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of medical-surgical experience in a hospital setting.
• Additional Information: Please review facility-specific notes for additional details. A cover sheet is required for submission. This role requires no local candidates.
• Schedule: 12-hour shift, days only, minimum of 36 hours per 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 #1291207. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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