- Specialty
- Med-Surg
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 48/week
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Start
- 10/26/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Pikeville, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
A Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse is needed for a facility-based position on a Surgical/Orthopedic unit located in the healthcare provider's environment. The role involves providing clinical care to patients in a hospital setting, primarily during night shifts. This opportunity is suited for qualified nurses with a minimum of two years of experience in a similar setting.
Job Details
- Position: Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse Surgical/Orthopedic Unit
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS
- Education & Experience: Kentucky or Compact state license; 2 years of relevant experience in a medical surgical environment; 0 years minimum experience required, with at least 2 years preferred
- Location Requirements: Active license in Kentucky or a Compact license; located in or willing to work in the specified region
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum 48 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- End Date: 12/26/2026
- Additional Information: Experience with the EPIC electronic health record system is a plus. Scrub color code: ICU - Royal Blue; all other units - black.
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 #1332182. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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