Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,040 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a Medical Surgical travel nurse for a fast-paced floor in Waterloo, Iowa. You will provide direct patient care on a 12-hour night shift, with a schedule of 36 hours per week for a 13-week assignment, starting 10/05/2026.

Requirements: active RN license, 1 year MS experience, and BLS; night shifts preferred. Benefits include housing options, health insurance, travel reimbursement, and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Valid registered nurse license, minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, and basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Clinical responsibilities include patient assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare team members.
• Experience on a medical-surgical floor and the ability to work night shifts are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessments and ongoing monitoring.
• Administer medications and coordinate with the healthcare team.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare standards on a medical-surgical floor.

Skills

BLS certification

Night shift flexibility

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Job Summary

A Medical Surgical (MS) nurse is sought for a healthcare provider position on a medical-surgical floor. The role involves providing direct patient care in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. This position is ideal for registered nurses with a focus on adult patient care.

Job Details

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Employment Type: Travel

Start Date: 10/05/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours per week: 36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.

• Valid registered nurse license, minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, and basic life support (BLS) certification.


• Clinical responsibilities include patient assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare team members.


• Experience on a medical-surgical floor and the ability to work night shifts are preferred.

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.

Benefits

• 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

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.

Additional Benefits

• 401k retirement plan


• Referral bonus

Job ID #1294025. Posted Date: 2026-08-26. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor.