Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) in Medical Surgical (MS) specialty is sought for a facility located in Salida, Colorado. The position involves providing acute care and swing bed patient care on a medical-surgical floor, with a focus on evidence-based practice. The role includes evaluating patient health, delivering health education, executing delegated medical functions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Schedule consists of night shifts, including every other weekend.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights - 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week. No mandatory overtime, but overtime is allowable.
• Required Qualifications: Valid current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado; current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; minimum of an Associate Degree (ADN) from an accredited nursing program; one year of clinical experience. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are preferred.
• Additional Information: The position involves direct patient care, health counseling, medication and therapy management, documentation in medical records, and coordination with healthcare providers to meet patients social, spiritual, and medical needs.
• Start Date: 08/24/2026.
• Location: 1000 RUSH DRIVE, SALIDA, CO 81201.

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 #1298914. 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