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Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,965 per week

Cross Country Nurses

  • Murphysboro, IL
  • Today
  • $1,965 Per Week

Highlights

Medical Surgical Nurse - Illinois This is a Medsurg Unit that is blended, with a thriving Swing Bed Program and occasional care for patients at a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care. The role involves balancing assignments based on workload and patient care needs, with patient ratios of 1:5 for Medsurg, 1:5-6 for Swing Bed, and 1:3-4 for PCU, particularly when patients are on drips.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMurphysboro, IL

Description

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: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Nurse - Illinois This is a Medsurg Unit that is blended, with a thriving Swing Bed Program and occasional care for patients at a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care. The role involves balancing assignments based on workload and patient care needs, with patient ratios of 1:5 for Medsurg, 1:5-6 for Swing Bed, and 1:3-4 for PCU, particularly when patients are on drips. The schedule is from 7 PM to 7 AM, every other holiday and weekend, with no on-call requirement. The unit demonstrates a strong team environment and is designated as a Pathways to Excellence facility through the ANCC, emphasizing safety, quality care, and shared decision making.

Job Details

  • Position Description: This role is on a Medsurg Unit with blended patient care, including Swing Bed and occasionally PCU level patients.
  • Required Qualifications: Current Illinois Registered Nurse license; Current CPR/BLS Card, ACLS; experience or background in Medical Surgical and Progressive Care Units; no minimum experience required.
  • Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Additional Information: No on-call requirement. The team actively participates in unit committees, ensuring a collaborative work environment that promotes safety and quality care.

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 #1329588. 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

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