Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,985 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carthage, Tennessee. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing care on a Medical/Surgical floor within a critical access hospital, primarily adult and geriatric patients with some pediatric cases.

The position requires active ACLS and BLS certifications, ADN or BSN degree, Tennessee Abuse Registry check, and one or more years of RN experience.

Qualifications

• Active ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• ADN or BSN degree required.
• Tennessee Abuse Registry check required.
• One or more years of RN experience in Med/Surg required.
• Travel eligibility: minimum 60 miles from facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care on a Medical/Surgical floor.
• Deliver high-quality patient care for adult and geriatric patients, with occasional pediatric cases.
• Perform IV therapy, Foley catheter care, pain management, and EMAR documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and adhere to hospital policies.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

IV therapy

Foley catheters

EMAR

Education

ADN or BSN degree

Tools

Meditech EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS) Carthage, TN
This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care on a Medical/Surgical floor within a critical access hospital. The role requires delivering high-quality patient care for adult and geriatric patients, with occasional pediatric cases, in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MS) nursing
• Location: Carthage, TN
• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week; rotating weekends
• Required Qualifications: Active ACLS and BLS certifications, ADN or BSN degree, Tennessee Abuse Registry check, one or more years of experience, and at least 60 miles from the facility
• Additional Responsibilities: Experience with IV therapy, Foley catheters, pain management, and electronic medication administration records (EMAR)
• Preferred Qualifications: Ability to provide friendly and compassionate patient care, works well with others
• Position Notes: No float requirements, unit handles adult and geriatric patients with some pediatric cases. Unit has 18 beds with patient ratios of 1:5, using Meditech electronic health record system.

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 #1308622. 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