Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Orthopedics
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor RN Night Shifts Location: The healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse specialized in Medical Surgical Orthopedic care. This role involves managing a diverse patient population with conditions such as total joints, fractures, COPD, diabetes, wounds, and other acute diagnoses. The position requires adaptability, clinical competency, and a commitment to patient-centered care during night shifts.
Job Details
Certifications Required: BLS Certification; License to Submit: Yes.
Education and Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in a similar setting is required.
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Job Information: Candidates must pass a pass/fail skills exam during orientation with a 90% minimum. Artificial nails are prohibited; nail polish is acceptable if natural nails are maintained. Candidates should be flexible and self-directed, with a focus on hourly rounding and bedside shift reports. The main patient population includes patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries, with primary diagnoses such as total knee, hip replacements, and fractures. RTO requests are required upfront; additional RTO will not be approved after submission. The unit has a ratio of 1:5 for patient care and utilizes EPIC for charting. No tele/monitor techs are assigned to this unit, and RNs are required to read their own strips.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
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 #1330596. 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.