Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Intermediate Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) Baltimore, Maryland. This position involves providing care for critically ill post-operative cardiac, vascular, and thoracic patients in a fast-paced surgical step-down environment. The RN will care for patients recovering from complex cardiac and vascular surgeries, including those with Mechanical Circulatory Support devices like LVADs and post-heart or lung transplant recovery. The role emphasizes managing high acuity patients with expertise in cardiovascular and critical care nursing.
Job Details:
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: RN license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, at least 2 years of cardiac open heart recovery experience, two previous travel assignments, strong surgical inpatient care experience, proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record system, management of high-acuity patients in intensive care settings, ability to care for patients 1+ days post-CABG, valve repairs, and valve replacements.
- Preferred Qualifications: Critical Care Certification, ACLS certification.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The unit is a 32-bed surgical care environment specializing in post-op cardiac, vascular, and thoracic patients. Twelve beds are dedicated to continuous cardiac monitoring with the remaining beds for telemetry or non-monitored levels of care. The RN-to-patient ratios during the day typically are 1:3, and 1:4 at night. Previous employment within any Johns Hopkins health system facility must be disclosed and verified prior to application.
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 #1293568. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intermediate Care Unit
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