Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Corpus Christi, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,450/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor registered nurses in Corpus Christi, Texas, are needed for a night shift position beginning on 08/10/2026. This role involves providing care for medical surgical patients in a unit with a focus on delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
Job Details:
- Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical Floor
- Location: Corpus Christi, TX
- Address: 3315 S. Alameda, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
- Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
- Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: RN license; acute med/surg experience of 1+ years within the last year; ability to care for 4-6 patients at a time; location in Texas or ability to practice in Texas; one or more years of experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: RN experience of 2+ years within the last year; background in orthopedics or neuro-surgery; Med/Surg/Telemetry experience.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The unit has 16 beds with 25 staff members, including a mix of day and night shift nurses, primarily caring for medical surgical and COVID-positive patients. Standard nursing skills such as IV insertions, urinary catheterization, central line maintenance, medication administration, documentation, and team communication are essential.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Corpus Christi, TX
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.
- Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.
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