Medical-Surgical RN
Louisville, KY
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,135/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse (RN) Night Shift Location: [Location Not Specified]
This position requires a registered nurse with at least one year of experience to provide patient care on a 28-bed medical-surgical unit specializing in mixed acuity adults and pediatrics. The role involves managing patients with high-acuity conditions, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, burns, and multi-trauma cases, with patient ratios typically around 1:6-7.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical Floor (MS)
- Specialty: Medical Surgical Floor
- Location: [Location Not Specified]
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS certification, NIHSS certification, 1 year of experience in a clinical setting, and skills in trach care, ventilator management, IV therapy, PICC lines, wound care, bowel programs, TPN, drains/tubes, and pulmonary patient care.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with high-acuity care, pediatric patient care, or trauma units.
- Recent orientation includes online modules, in-person NVCI training, and specialized unit orientation scheduled from Monday through Wednesday.
- Responsibilities include patient assessment, managing complex medical equipment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Floating: Floating within scope of practice to other units may be required.
- No on-call required, but holiday shifts are expected, with manager approval for time-off requests.
- Shift times: 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, on a 6-week cycle.
- Scrub color: Galaxy Blue.
- Parking: Free parking with badge access in the parking garage.
- Important notes: Unit culture is very accepting of travelers and maintains the same standards as permanent staff.
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.
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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