Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,085 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel assignment in Watertown, Wisconsin. The role focuses on adult medical-surgical care on a hospital unit, including post-operative and acute conditions, with night shifts and a 36-hour weekly schedule.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license, BLS, and at least two years of related experience; ACLS is preferred. The position entails collaboration with the health care team to ensure quality patient care on nights.

Qualifications

• Valid BLS certification; ACLS preferred
• Two years of related nursing experience
• Valid RN licensure to practice
• Eligibility to work in the United States or designated location

Responsibilities

• Provide care to adult medical-surgical patients on a hospital unit
• Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver quality patient care during night shifts
• Adapt to unit needs and support float requirements when necessary

Skills

BLS

RN Experience

Medical-Surgical

Tools

GE Monitors

Baxter IV Pumps

Meditech

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) position on a hospital unit in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing care to adult patients with various medical and surgical conditions, including post-operative and complex diagnoses such as sepsis, pneumonia, and heart failure. The position requires collaboration with healthcare team members to deliver quality patient care during night shifts.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification (ACLS preferred), two years of related nursing experience, valid licensure to practice as an RN, and eligibility to work in the designated location.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with postoperative care, trauma, or ICU settings; knowledge of GE monitors and Baxter IV pumps.
• Float: May float as sitter to Senior Behavioral Health Unit or to ICU if neededrarely required.
• Additional Information: The unit has 32 beds, with patient census typically ranging from 10-20 patients. Nurse-to-patient ratio is approximately 4-6 patients per RN. Equipment used includes Baxter IV pumps and GE monitors. EHR system utilized is Meditech. The unit cares for geriatrics and adult patients, with a focus on adult populations only. Candidates should be flexible and demonstrate good teamwork. The dress code requires navy blue, royal blue, Caribbean blue, black, or gray scrubs; undershirts must be black, white, or gray; jackets must be scrub jackets; and unacceptable attire includes hoodies, sweatshirts, or fleece.

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 #1313941. 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