Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Long Beach, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Medical Surgical Floor Nurse in the MS specialty located in an acute care facility. This role involves providing direct patient care in a Medical Surgical unit, with responsibilities including handling patients with conditions such as pneumonia, COPD, diabetes, ESRD, cellulitis, GI issues, and trauma-related neuro issues. The position requires float capabilities within skill sets and adherence to unit protocols.
Job Details
Position Description: Candidates must be available to work 12-hour night shifts during a rotating schedule, including every other weekend and major holidays. The unit notes that candidates must be able to read strips when floated to Med/Surg floors and have experience with common diagnosis. Float to MedSurg 5, Telemetry 7 (within skill set), and Rehab. The role involves working with Cerner electronic charting and supporting a patient ratio of 5:1 on MedSurg beds, 1:12 to 1:14 for aides, with specific orientation included.
Required Qualifications: Current BLS certification; minimum of 2 years of experience; ability to work nights, weekends, holidays; valid licensure to submit.
Schedule: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week, starting 10/12/2026 and ending 01/11/2027.
Additional Information: The unit manages patients with a variety of diagnoses such as pneumonia, COPD, diabetes, ESRD, and trauma-related neuro issues. Candidates will be floated to different units within their skill set and must complete one preceptor shift for orientation.
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 #1325589. 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.