Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Murphysboro, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
The Medical Surgical Floor is located in a facility that emphasizes safety, quality care, and shared decision making. This role involves working on a Medsurg unit that blends patient care for medical-surgical, swing bed, and progressive care patients. The position requires providing high-quality nursing care in a team-oriented environment, following evidence-based practices, and participating in unit committees. The shift is scheduled from 7 PM to 7 AM, with every other holiday and weekend.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Illinois Registered Nurse license, current CPR/BLS card, ACLS certification, and recent experience in a medical-surgical or related unit. No minimum years of experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certification in specific areas such as Cardiac Care, Neonatal Resuscitation Program, PALS, or Emergency Room certifications are a plus.
- Additional Information: This role involves working on a unit with patient ratios of 1:5 for Medsurg, 1:5-6 for Swing Bed, and 1:3-4 for PCU depending on patient needs. The facility is designated as a Pathways to Excellence facility by the ANCC, highlighting its commitment to safety and quality. There is no on-call requirement.
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 . 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
