Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carbondale, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Medical Surgical Floor Nurse in Illinois This position involves providing compassionate nursing care to a diverse patient population, primarily focusing on stroke patients, post-operative care, and various acute conditions. The role requires dedication to patient safety and comfort across a 25-bed unit operating on day shifts.
Job Details
Position Description: Medical Surgical Nurse on a 25-bed unit with private and semi-private rooms. The team manages a wide variety of patients, including stroke, post-operative, heparin drips, wound care, altered mental status, CIWA, dialysis, and COPD exacerbations.
Certifications and Education Requirements: Current Illinois Registered Nurse license, CPR/BLS Card, ACLS.
Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: RNs should have ICU, progressive care, or specialty certifications based on the unit needs. Experience requirements: 0 years. No facility or organization names are included, consistent with guidelines.
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 #1324282. 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.