Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,245 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Med SurgDiscipline: RNStart Date: 11/09/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelJob Summary The Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse is responsible for providing patient care within a healthcare facility. This role involves managing and delivering nursing assessments, treatments, and interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to quality care. Job Details Position: Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse in the specialty of Medical Surgical Nursing. Certifications, Education, and Experience Requirements: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure; BSN preferred; minimum of 2 years of experience required; valid licenses including PA Act 31, PA Act 33, PA Act 34, and PA Act 73. Schedule: Rotating shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week. Responsibilities include performing nursing assessments, delivering evidence-based patient care, participating in quality improvement initiatives, applying the nursing process within a relationship-based care model, and providing patient education. Ability to build collaborative relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members, ensuring effective communication and patient-centered care. Strong commitment to cultural competency, safety, and professional development. Candidates must demonstrate flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to adapt to changing healthcare environments. 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 #1335927. 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 FloorAbout Cross Country NursesYou 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.Benefits401k retirement planReferral bonus