Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,735 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Gadsden, Alabama. This Medical-Surgical RN will work on the MS floor with 12-hour night shifts and a 36-hour work week, starting 10/05/2026 for 13 weeks.

Eligible candidates include Alabama or Compact RN licenses and BLS, with Cerner EMR experience preferred. Contractor replacement position requiring residency within 50 miles of the facility; float may be required to other units as needed.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Compact or AL)
• BLS certification required
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year RN nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Care for adult patients on a Med Surg floor
• Document patient information in Cerner EMR
• Adhere to hospital policies and safety protocols

Skills

RN license

BLS

Cerner EMR

1+ year experience

Education

RN license

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) nurse position located at a healthcare facility. The role involves providing care to adult patients on a medical-surgical unit, with a focus on acute care and patient safety. The position is scheduled to start on October 5, 2026, and will run through January 4, 2027, with rotating night shifts.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Compact or Alabama (AL) registered nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Cerner electronic medical record experience preferred, at least 1 year of nursing experience, current home address, and Social Security Number (SSN).
• Preferred Qualifications: Cerner experience is preferred.
• Float: Float rotation may be required to other units as needed.
• Additional Information:
  • This is a contractor replacement position for a Medical Surgical Floor nurse.
  • The position requires submission of travelers with current home address and SSN, and candidates must be more than 50 miles from the facility.
  • The specific responsibilities include caring for adult patients with various medical conditions, documenting patient information using Cerner EMR, and adhering to hospital policies.

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 #1320669. 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