- Specialty
- Med-Surg
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Start
- 11/23/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) in a healthcare facility located in the community. This position involves providing compassionate and skilled care to adult patients with a focus on neurological and traumatic injuries. The role requires flexibility in float assignments within the scope of practice and adherence to unit standards, supporting a diverse patient population primarily dealing with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and other complex neurological conditions.
Job Details:
- Position Description:
This role supports a 23-bed neuro medical-surgical unit specializing in spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, strokes, amputees, burns, pediatric, and multi-trauma patients. The unit typically manages 6-7 patients at a time, with a variety of high-acuity care needs, including ventilator management, wound care, IV therapy, central lines, G-tubes, and pulmonary patients with trachs or laryngectomies. Staff are responsible for patient care activities such as trach care, vent management, bipaps, cpaps, IV therapy, PICC line, wound care, bowel programs, TPN, drains/tubes, and pulmonary support. - Required Qualifications:
Valid licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, 1 year of clinical experience in a similar environment, and ability to work nights. - Schedule:
Night shift (1800-0700) for 36 hours per week, with a rotational schedule every 6 weeks. - Additional Information:
Orientation includes online modules, in-person NVCI training, and comprehensive facility and unit-specific training. The unit operates with a team-oriented culture, maintaining high standards of care and supporting traveler staff with a welcoming environment. Staff may be required to work some holidays and will be held to the same standards as full-time staff. All staff may float within the scope of practice, primarily utilizing a float pool.
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 #1338249. 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus