Travel Medical-Surgical Neurology RN - $1,820 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The medical surgical neurology nurse position is located in Portland, Oregon. This role involves providing specialized care on a neurology-focused unit. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment. The position requires flexible float coverage between units and neighboring facilities, with potential for on-call responsibilities, including holiday shifts.

Job Details:

• Location: Portland, OR
• Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification; minimum 2 years of recent experience in medical surgical or neurovascular acute care; experience with CVA, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, and related protocols; proficiency in non-invasive airway management, peripheral line care/management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams. Familiarity with Epic electronic medical record system.
• Preferred Qualifications: Additional neuro-specific skills and experience are preferred but not required.
• Shift Hours: 12-hour night shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have a vehicle for this assignment. Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities nearby their contracted location. Refusal to float may result in termination of the assignment and forfeiture of guaranteed hours. Candidates should include responses regarding previous experience at a Providence facility, including locations and dates worked.
• Schedule & Travel: Must be available for holiday shifts including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. Requests for specific time off and RTO (Request for Time Off) should be made during submittal.
• Operational Notes: Valid drivers license and reliable transportation are mandatory. No call-in policy unless specified. Modular training hours are non-billable and require approval if exceeding 20 hours.

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 #1279867. 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 Neurology 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