Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Iowa City, Iowa.
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: A Medical-Surgical Nurse is needed in Iowa City, Iowa, on the night shift on a Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit. The role involves caring for adult patients requiring acute oncology care, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and complex care and monitoring. Candidates are expected to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment.
Job Details:
Location: Iowa City, IA
Specialty: Medical Surgical Floor
Shift Time: Nights
Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
Certification Required: Basic Life Support (BLS), Chemo Certification
Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS certification, Chemo certification required; 1 year of experience in oncology or Medical-Surgical setting preferred.
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
Additional Information: The unit specializes in adult medical and surgical oncology care, including post-operative surgeries such as thyroidectomies, gastrectomies, adrenalectomies, splenectomies, liver and bowel resections, melanoma excisions, and Whipple procedures. The department emphasizes high-quality patient-centered care, professional growth, and specialized training in chemotherapy administration and oncology care.
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
Posted Date: 2026-07-16
Cross Country Job ID #1249329. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Iowa City, IA
Skills
Administrative Managementunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Chemotherapyunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Medicineunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Oncologyunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Quality of Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
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