Medical-Surgical RN
Kansas City, MO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,965/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse in Kansas City, Missouri. This position involves providing direct patient care on a MedSurg floor within a Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, focusing on orthopedic, trauma, and neuro overflow patients. The role requires delivering quality nursing care in a fast-paced hospital environment, adhering to unit policies and safety protocols.
Job Details
- Position Description: RN position in a medical-surgical unit at a hospital specializing in trauma and stroke care, with a focus on orthopedic, trauma, and neuro overflow patients.
- Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS certification, minimum 3 years of clinical experience in a Medical Surgical specialty, reliable transportation, and proficiency with Meditech documentation system.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Opportunity to work with advanced equipment including traction, fixators, and cooling devices. Responsibilities include bedside shift report, hourly patient rounding, and caring for post-operative knee, hip, and shoulder replacements, trauma, and neuro overflow patients.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with NIH procedures and neuro trauma care.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
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 Kansas City, MO
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
- Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
- Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
- The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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