Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,615 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: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Medical Surgical (MS) nurse for a night shift position on a 3RCE trauma, emergency surgery, and urology unit. The assignment involves providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with specific start and end dates. The role emphasizes trauma experience, and candidates must meet certain certification and license requirements.

Job Details:

• Location: Not specified
• Shift: Nights
• Schedule: The shift duration is 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; current Iowa (IA) or Compact license; Level 1 trauma experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
• Float: Float rotation not required
• Additional Information:
  • Start date: 11/02/2026
  • End date: 02/01/2027
  • Schedule available: Friday/Saturday/Sunday or Sunday/Monday/Tuesday with specific set days for Thursday/Sunday/Monday.
  • Holiday coverage is expected.
  • Certification requirements must be maintained throughout the 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 #1323184. 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