Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Orthopedics
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor registered nurses (RNs) are sought for a night shift position in a healthcare facility. This role involves utilizing nursing expertise to provide comprehensive patient care, administer medications, document patient information, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and safety during overnight hours.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Current Illinois nursing license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, graduation from an accredited nursing program with education verification, and no prior experience required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in medical-surgical or orthopedic nursing is advantageous.
Additional Information: The RN will utilize clinical expertise to develop and execute patient care plans, document according to standards of care, and participate in departmental performance improvement activities. Critical thinking and escalation skills in patient safety are essential.
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 #1321138. 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 Orthopedic 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
Rockford, IL
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Documentation Standardsunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Orthopedicsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Standards of Careunmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
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