Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,310 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Utica, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/26/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse in the Medical Surgical Floor specialty is needed at a healthcare facility. This role involves caring for adults with a variety of diagnoses, including stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, dialysis, COPD, CHF, isolation, pneumonia, and pulmonary problems. The position begins on October 26, 2026, and runs through January 23, 2027, with night shifts scheduled from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Job Details Position Description: Unit: MS Stroke Stepdown Patients Shift: 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM (block scheduling is never promised or guaranteed) Float: Float rotation may be required. Scrub Color: Navy Blue Unit Specifics: Common diagnosis includes stroke, altered mental status, renal, dialysis, COPD, CHF, isolation, general med-surg, pneumonia, pulmonary issues. Specialty Equipment: IV pumps, N/G tubes, feeding tubes. Patient Demographics: Adults. Number of Beds in the Unit: 64. Required Qualifications: Certifications: Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); active NY license and all active RN licenses; valid drivers license matching demographics. Education Requirements: Up-to-date resume including 2 years of experience in medical surgical units with stroke step-down experience, documenting travel experience. Location Requirements: Must be local (less than 75 miles from the facility). Experience: 0 years minimum. Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week from 10/26/2026 to 01/23/2027. Additional Information: Submission requirements include an up-to-date resume, skills checklist matching the specialty, drivers license, current AHA BLS and NIHSS certifications. Active NY license verification via NURSYS report is required. RTO (reasons to omit time off) must be included at the time of submission. EMR experience with EPIC is preferred. 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 1310327. 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 bonus5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386