Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,865 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a qualified Medical Surgical (MS) nurse for a night shift position on an Orthopedic Unit located in Pikeville, Kentucky. This role involves working in a high-acuity environment with a focus on orthopedic patient care. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of orientation.

Job Details:

• Location: Pikeville, Kentucky
• Position: Medical Surgical Floor Orthopedic Unit (MS)
• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 48 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Kentucky (KY) or Compact State Nursing License; BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications; 2.0 years of experience in a medical-surgical setting.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, particularly EPIC.
• Additional Information: Those with EPIC EMR experience are a plus! Scrub colors for travelers: ICU - Royal Blue; all other units wear black.

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 #1279110. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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