Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,625 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor nurse in an observation and recovery unit operating on nights shifts. The position involves caring for a diverse patient population in a short stay unit that typically admits patients for 24-48 hours. The assignment offers an opportunity to work in a modern, newly opened facility focused on timely treatment and patient care.

Job Details:

• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift
• Schedule: Nights shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• End Date: 01/31/2027
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification, at least 1 year of experience, including Level 1 Trauma Center experience in medical-surgical specialty
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a short stay or observation unit in a Level 1 Trauma Center setting
• Additional Information: This unit features 30 private patient rooms and cares for patients admitted under observation or recovery level of care, with conditions such as chest pain, abdominal pain, back pain, and syncope. Surgical recovery patients are also treated, focusing on areas like orthopedics, urology, plastics, and cardiology. Travel is not required, and float rotation may not be necessary.

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 #1299628. 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 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