Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,235 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonus

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

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

The role involves caring for medical-surgical patients on a nights schedule, with a 13-week assignment starting on 10/05/2026 and end date 01/04/2027, averaging 36 hours per week. The facility uses Epic for EMR and requires RN licensure, BLS, and acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the practicing state.
• BLS certification.
• Recent acute care experience.
• Charting/EMR experience (Epic).
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience.
• Located within a reasonable distance to the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care to medical-surgical patients on a night shift.
• Maintain charting/EMR documentation (Epic) for all patients.
• Support coverage needs from 10/05/2026 to 01/04/2027 and ensure smooth handoffs.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safety and quality on a busy unit.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

acute care experience

charting/EMR (Epic)

1 year RN experience

reasonable distance to facility

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical Floor for a facility located in Portland, ME. This position involves providing patient-centered care within a busy clinical environment, supporting both medical and surgical patients on a predominantly nights shift schedule. Candidates with recent acute care experience and charting expertise are preferred to meet the demands of this role.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS certification, recent acute care experience, charting / electronic medical record experience, minimum 1 year of experience, located within a reasonable distance to the facility
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with a mix of medical and surgical patients, excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team, punctuality, and reliability
• Additional Information:
  • Unit has 46 beds with a patient ratio of 1:8
  • Equipment includes specialty beds, Philips monitors, overhead lifts, bladder scanners, hover mats, and various specialized beds and mobility aids
  • EMR system used is Epic
  • This position is intended to provide coverage for leave, with a start date of 10/05/2026 and end date of 01/04/2027
  • Dress code is professional scrubs in any color, fragrance-free; unacceptable attire includes artificial nails, hoodies, graphic t-shirts, open-toed shoes, or unprofessional grooming

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 #1319171. 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