Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Salida, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MS) on the Medical Surgical Floor in Salida, Colorado. This position involves providing high-quality acute patient care in a scenic and welcoming environment. The role supports patient evaluation, health education, treatment, and care documentation to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The schedule includes night shifts with every other weekend commitment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights 12-hour shifts, three shifts per week, totaling 36 hours per week. Schedule will include every other weekend.
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of an Associates Degree (ADN) from an accredited nursing program; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. One year of experience is required. Must maintain current, active license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado. Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are preferred.
- Essential Duties:
- Directly provides acute and swing bed patient care following evidence-based standards.
- Evaluates health status through collection and assessment of health data.
- Offers health teaching and counseling.
- Provides therapy and treatment supportive of patient well-being, either directly or through consultation, delegation, or supervision.
- Executes delegated medical functions.
- Reviews and monitors therapy and treatment plans.
- Documents all assessment, interventions, teaching, and care coordination efforts accurately and timely in the medical record.
- Collaborates with ancillary departments and physician providers to address the medical, social, and spiritual needs of patients in a culturally and age-appropriate manner.
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 #1297836. 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