Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Iowa City, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) in a healthcare setting. This role involves floating across all medical surgical units as needed, supporting patient care and operational needs. The position offers an opportunity to work night shifts with a schedule of 12 hours per shift, with a minimum commitment through early 2027.
Job Details
- Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift
- Schedule: Night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- End Date: 01/31/2027
- Required Qualifications: 2 years of experience, Level 1 trauma experience, travel experience, EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) proficiency, current and valid healthcare professional licensure, ability to float across medical-surgical units, and commitment to start on or before 01/05/2027.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a high-acuity environment, demonstrated flexibility with floating, strong clinical skills in inpatient care.
- Additional Information: Holiday coverage is expected. The position does not require a home base and involves floating across all medical-surgical units as needed. It is suitable for candidates willing to commit through early 2027, with the opportunity to qualify for higher winter rates starting 10/11/2026, contingent on meeting criteria.
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 #1314129. 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