Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) General Medicine, Nights Location unspecified. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care within a busy medical-surgical unit, supporting a diverse patient population with a range of acute and chronic conditions. The position offers an opportunity to work in a teaching hospital environment and to contribute to a supportive team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
Job Details
- Qualifications: Current nursing license, minimum of 2 years of medical-surgical experience, recent travel experience required for all Centra positions, and at least one major holiday work required. Certifications such as BLS and ACLS are preferred, along with Cerner electronic health record experience.
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week, starting on 10/05/2026 with potential end date of 01/02/2027.
- Additional Information: Orientation sessions begin on 10/5, occurring every other Monday. The typical nurse to patient ratio is 1:6, with a patient mix including GI bleeds, COPD, CHF, diabetes complications, ESRD, dementia, TIA/stroke, A-Fib, hypertension, sepsis, vascular issues, among others. Ancillary support includes lab draws, EKGs, CNA assistance, and supply room access. Nurses may be required to float to sister campuses, and all staff are expected to foster a culture of support.
- Submission Requirements: Include work history with at least 2 years of experience, explain employment gaps over 90 days, skills checklist, and proof of license.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS (preferred).
- Experience: 2 years in medical-surgical nursing.
- Special Notes: All candidates must have recent travel experience, and RTO (Request to Return) is limited and must be included at the time of submission.
- Sliding Expectations: Must work at least one major holiday during the assignment period.
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 #1305141. 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