Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Birmingham, AL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,715/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date09/14/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,715/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor Nurse (MS ORTHO) Birmingham, AL. This position involves providing specialized nursing care on a busy orthopedic and post-operative unit. The role requires delivering high-quality patient care, demonstrating strong time management and technical skills, and working effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

  • Position Description: Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for patient care on a medical-surgical orthopedics unit, focusing on post-operative and orthopedic patients.
  • Certifications: BLS and NIHSS (American Heart Association) required.
  • Education & Experience: 2+ years of nursing experience preferred; minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required.
  • Location Requirements: Must be licensed and able to work in Birmingham, AL.
  • Schedule: Night shift, 3 days per week, 12-hour shifts, starting at 6:45 PM and ending at 7:15 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Additional Responsibilities: Bedside shift report, patient care on a high-acuity unit, and adherence to hospital dress code (navy scrubs).
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Med/Surg, orthopedics, and post-op care; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; confident and quick-thinking personality.

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 #1302020. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Birmingham, AL

As a Travel Orthopedics Nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
Weather
  • Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
Furnished Housing
  • Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
Demographics
  • Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
  • Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
Things to Do
  • 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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