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

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor Nurse in Southern Illinois. This position involves providing specialized nursing care within orthopedic and surgical units, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The role includes working during the night shift, with responsibilities tailored to support patients in various medical-surgical departments across the hospital.

Job Details

• Position Description: Registered Nurse responsibilities on orthopedic and surgical units within the organization.
• Shift: Night shift; 1900-0730.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS and NIHSS certifications required; no minimum years of experience specified.
• Additional Information: The role involves floating to clinically appropriate units as needed, within scope of practice, licensure, and demonstrated competencies. Weekend and call responsibilities required, including every other weekend.
• Submission Requirements: Only candidates with valid RN licensure, BLS, and NIHSS certifications will be considered.

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 #1328418. 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 Orthopedic 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