Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics - $1,965 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Orthopedics
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Registered Nurse position available in Illinois, specializing in Medical Surgical Orthopedic care on the night shift. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care on a specialized orthopedic floor, with responsibilities including patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Herrin, Illinois
• Specialty: Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor
• Shift Hours: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications; no minimum years of experience required
• Schedule: Night shift; 12 hours per shift; minimum 36 hours per week
• Required Floating: Floating to clinically appropriate units as needed, within scope of practice, licensure, and demonstrated competencies
• Additional Information: Candidates should be prepared for every other weekend work and potential floating to other medical-surgical departments based on unit needs. Specific department requirements include certifications such as NIHSS, BLS, and ACLS, depending on the unit assignment.

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 #1277721. 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 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