Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,965 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited free CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is looking for a travel RN Med Surg for a nursing position in Birmingham, Alabama. The role demands bedside care, patient assessment, and the administration of medications, requiring at least 1 year of acute care experience. Benefits include private housing, comprehensive health insurance, competitive salary, referral bonuses, and a supportive team dedicated to nurses' well-being. Join us in making a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying your career as a travel nurse.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty.
• Active RN license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care to patients coping with illness or surgical circumstances.
• Assess patient conditions and administer medications.
• Monitor vitals and document in patient charts.

Skills

Acute care experience

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Patient education

Education

Active RN license

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

As a medical/surgical nurse (RN M/S), you will extend bedside care to patients who are coping with illness, injury, or other medical or surgical circumstances. This includes assessing their condition, administering medication, changing dressings, monitoring vitals, and documenting in the patient charts. You're also responsible for providing continued support and education to patients, promoting their overall health and ensuring that they have the tools to adequately recuperate and prevent further health issues.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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 #1259058. 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 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.