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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,105 per week

Cross Country Nurses

  • Altoona, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • $2,105 Per Week

Highlights

Required Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or applicable state, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, a minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience, and active licenses and certifications in Pennsylvania (PA Act 31, 33, 34, 73; PA Act 73). This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care within a fast-paced hospital setting, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes through clinical expertise, compassionate patient interactions, and collaborative teamwork.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAltoona, PA

Description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/01/2026
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse is a vital member of the care delivery team in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care within a fast-paced hospital setting, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes through clinical expertise, compassionate patient interactions, and collaborative teamwork. The nurse will oversee the care of adult patients, applying evidence-based practices and professional standards to promote healing and safety.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Rotating shift hours, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 09/01/2026
  • Required Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or applicable state, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, a minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience, and active licenses and certifications in Pennsylvania (PA Act 31, 33, 34, 73; PA Act 73).
  • Preferred Qualifications: BSN degree or higher education in nursing.
  • Additional Information: The position involves patient-centered nursing care on a Medical Surgical Floor, utilizing clinical judgment and fostering a healing environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, critical thinking, and patient teaching skills. Flexibility and adaptability to changing clinical demands are essential, along with a commitment to continuous improvement and cultural competence.

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
  • Free direct deposit/checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1290520. 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 / 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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