Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,770 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN in Med Surg for a 26-week assignment in Bismarck, ND. You will handle adult and geriatric patients on an acute care unit with 12-hour days and a minimum of 48 hours per week.

Start date is 11/02/2026, and the role emphasizes teamwork and comprehensive patient care. Expect to manage telemetry, ventilator support, and post-ICU cardiac care while maintaining high-quality nursing documentation and collaboration with unit staff.

Qualifications

• BLS Certification required.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of related RN Med Surg experience.
• Active RN license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for adult and geriatric patients on Med Surg.
• Read and interpret telemetry strips with tech support.
• Troubleshoot ventilator equipment (BiPAP/CPAP/High Flow).
• Monitor and manage patients with strokes, COPD, CHF and chest pain.

Skills

BLS Certification

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

RN license

Education

RN license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Medical Surgical Floor RN * * Location The organization is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Surgical Care for a position on an acute care unit. This role involves providing care to adult and geriatric patients with a variety of diagnoses including strokes, hypertension, COPD, CHF, atrial fibrillation, chest pain, and post-ICU cardiac events, among others. The RN will work in a family-oriented unit committed to teamwork and patient support.

Job Details

• Position Description: Unit notes indicate a core staff responsible for chemotherapy with no in-house oncology provider on current day.
• Certifications & Qualifications: BLS Certification, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); 2 years of related experience. Valid RN license.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 48 hours per week.
• Duties & Responsibilities: Provide patient care for adult and geriatric patients, including those with strokes, hypertension, COPD, CHF, atrial fibrillation, chest pain, and cardiac events post-Intensive Care Unit. Support includes troubleshooting ventilator equipment such as BiPAP, CPAP, High Flow, and oxygen therapy. Read and interpret telemetry strips with support from monitor techs.
• Additional Information: Unit maintains a 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratio during days and 1:5-6 during nights. Common diagnoses include AMS/behavioral issues, some telemetry, surgical overflow, and general adult care. Float to other MedSurg units may be necessary. RNs are required to have at least 2 years of experience and must be certified in BLS and NIHSS. No specific scrub color, and orientation includes 1-2 shifts on the floor. RTO requests should be made upfront for 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1329507. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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