Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Henderson, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/14/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in the region's largest and most comprehensive emergency department and free-standing emergency department. This position involves working on a medical surgical floor at a facility with 48 beds, providing care to adult patients with various diagnosis and treatment needs, including high patient turnover. The role is scheduled for night shifts, with a start date of September 14, 2026, and ongoing through November 3, 2026.
Job Details
Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Certifications: NIH (National Institutes of Health), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support)
Education/Degrees: Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in medical-surgical nursing
Location Requirements: Must be at least 60 miles or greater from the facility location
Experience: Minimum of 1 year, with at least 1 travel assignment completed
Additional Information: Must be able to start IVs, insert Foley catheters, insert NG tubes. Experience performing EKGs and in heparin drips preferred. Experience with a 1:6 patient ratio, with high patient turnover, is preferred.
Unit Information: 48 beds, patient ratios 1:6, equipment includes electronic health records system Paragon, and the unit cares for adult patient population.
Dress Code: Scrubs (any color acceptable). No unacceptable attire.
No float requirements anticipated, but float to inpatient rehab or emergency room may occasionally be needed.
Submission Requirements: Candidates should be prepared to provide proof of required certifications and demonstrate experience with IV placements, Foley catheter insertions, and EKGs.
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 #1306674. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Henderson, NC
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
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