Travel Nurse RN - Float
Joplin, MO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,050/weekOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) with specialization in Medical Surgical Float position is available in Joplin, Missouri. This role involves operating within a fast-paced acute care setting, providing essential medical and surgical patient care. The position requires flexibility to float across units and deliver excellent patient-centered service.
Job Details:
- Location: Joplin, Missouri
- Facility Department/Cost Center: Acute Care Float Pool / 504506011
- Role: Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical / Telemetry
- Number of Openings: 2
- Shift: Nights, 3x12 hours per week
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Years of Experience: 2+ years required
- Float Requirements: Must float as needed, this is non-negotiable
- Unit Information:
- Number of Beds: Not specified
- Patient Ratios: 1:5
- Equipment: Not specified
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
- Must Have Skills/Experience: Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills; familiarity with policies, procedures, and practices of the field; acts as Charge RN if needed
- Preferred Skillset/Experience: Telemetry experience preferred
- Personality Fit: Patient-focused team player
- Dress Code: Scrubs in black color; no unacceptable attire specified
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
Additional Information:
This position involves caring for post-cardiac surgery, cardiac, and general medical patients. The facility is recognized for safety and quality, holding multiple awards and designations including a Level 2 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI center.
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 Joplin, MO
As a Travel Float Nurse in Joplin, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Joplin, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 44°F, and average lows are around 24°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Joplin, MO.
- Joplin is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended.
- Joplin has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Joplin offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and hiking trails.
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