- Specialty
- Med-Surg
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 08/31/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Oakland, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse position available in an acute care setting. This role involves providing compassionate and skilled nursing care to a diverse patient population, including post-operative, pediatric, and medical patients. The position requires adaptability, strong medication administration skills, and experience with EPIC electronic medical records.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, with additional shifts possible; minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid licensure, BLS (American Heart Association) certification, NIHSS certification, and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience on a medical-surgical unit. Experience with EPIC electronic health record system is essential.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with telemetry, ventilators (CPap, Bipap, high flow), and managing various patient conditions such as congestive heart failure, pneumonia, abdominal pain, pancreatitis, orthopedic injuries, detox, surgical post-ops, and pediatric care.
- Responsibilities: Titrate and manage IV drips (no titrating cardiac or insulin drips required), read cardiac and ICU monitor strips, assist with patient repositions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
- Float: Float rotation required; candidates should be comfortable assisting other units as needed.
- Orientation: 3-5 days, including unit tour, introductions, and policy review, with training provided by education, pharmacy, and lab departments.
- Additional Notes: Shift weekend rotations every other week, holiday rotation with regular staff, uniforms provided, and scrubs accepted in any color except camo or orange.
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 #1302126. 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