Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/20/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Medical Surgical Rehabilitation Nurse (RN) Location: Wisconsin. This inpatient rehabilitation facility requires a skilled RN with at least one year of nursing experience in a skilled nursing or similar 24/7 skilled care environment. The role involves caring for adult patients with high acuity needs, providing comprehensive nursing care on a 12-hour night shift schedule. The position aims to support patients' recovery journeys using specialized rehabilitation programs.
Job Details:
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, with shifts typically from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., including every other weekend and holiday rotations.
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS certification, 1+ year of nursing experience in a skilled nursing or inpatient rehabilitation setting.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in medical surgical or inpatient rehabilitation units related to patient acuity.
Float: Currently not required; may be requested to float to a satellite inpatient rehabilitation facility within 20 minutes in the near future.
Additional Information: This inpatient rehab hospital functions similarly to a medical surgical unit, requiring nurses to assist CNA staff and respond promptly to patient call lights to ensure safety. Nurses are expected to participate actively in patient care, including helping with mobility and safety procedures, during high acuity periods.
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 #1316488. 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 Rehabilitation 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Madison, WI
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Rehabilitation Medicineunmatched
Rehabilitation Nursingunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
Surgical Proceduresunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
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