Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Birmingham, AL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,790/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical Floor is needed for a healthcare provider in Birmingham, Alabama. This position involves providing comprehensive patient care on a general medicine unit, supporting a facility known for its excellence in stroke, cardiovascular, and surgical care. The role focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing services during night shifts.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification; NIHSS certification preferred; minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in acute care; Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent; current licensure to practice as a registered nurse in Alabama.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic medical record system; strong time management skills; effective interdisciplinary communication skills.
- Floats: Float rotation may be required to other units within the acute care division.
- Additional Information: The position requires professionalism, adaptability, and a patient-centered approach. Attire must comply with institutional guidelines, including navy blue scrubs, close-toed shoes with backs, and nails within TJC and CMS guidelines.
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 Birmingham, AL
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:- Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
- Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
- Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
- Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
- Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
- Numerous restaurants offering diverse culinary experiences, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo
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