Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,640 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Crestview, Florida. The assignment is a 13-week travel role on a 2 South stroke unit, with 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift (6:00 PM–6:00 AM). Floats to other units may occur based on facility needs.

The ideal candidate will hold a Florida license (or multi-state), BLS, NIHSS, and 2+ years of MS RN experience, with stroke experience preferred. Start 10/12/2026; end 01/11/2027.

Qualifications

• Valid active Florida state or multi-state RN license
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification and stroke experience must be included in submission

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside nursing care on a Medical-Surgical stroke unit
• Adhere to facility protocols and patient safety standards
• May float to other units as needed

Skills

Active Florida RN license

BLS Certification

NIHSS Certification

2+ years MS RN experience

Stroke care experience

Job description

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

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

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MS) on a stroke unit in a healthcare facility. The position involves providing high-quality patient care on a 2 South stroke unit with a focus on stroke and neurology patients. This role requires adaptability to unit needs and adherence to facility protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights shift, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid active Florida state or multi-state license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, minimum 2+ years recent Medical Surgical (MS) RN experience, NIHSS and Stroke experience must be included in submission
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a stroke unit, familiarity with Gray or Teal scrubs
• Additional Information: The position requires recent experience in medical surgical nursing, specifically with stroke patients. Certification in NIHSS and stroke care is essential. The assignment is scheduled to start on 10/12/2026 and conclude on 01/11/2027. This role may involve float to other units based on facility needs.

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 #1302957. 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