Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Sioux City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,025/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse, located in Sioux City. This position entails providing skilled nursing care to patients within a medical-surgical unit, supporting a multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering high-acuity care and administering various drips, with scheduled shifts including rotating hours.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Valid Driver's License; Iowa State License; Certifications: Active BLS (AHA preferred), Active ACLS (AHA preferred), Active NIHSS; 2 or more years of Med Surg and/or Oncology experience; 12-hour shift length, schedule includes rotating shifts, minimum 36 hours per week; starting on 10/26/2026 and ending on 01/25/2027.
- Preferred Qualifications: High-acuity care experience; prior travel experience.
- Responsibilities: Contribute professional and clinical knowledge within an interdisciplinary team; care for orthopedic, urology, general surgery, oncology, and medical patients; administer drips such as Heparin, PCA, epidural, and chemo (if certified); work within scope of practice, and float across disciplines if needed.
- Certifications and Licenses: Active BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; valid State License required.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, rotating schedule, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Submission requirements: Work history and skills checklist specific to Med Surg discipline; Supervisory Reference Form within last two years; certifications active at time of assignment.
- Additional Information: First-time traveler acceptable; prior travel experience preferred; compliance with unit-specific policies including holiday work, holiday off limits from 11/25-11/29 and 12/23-12/27.
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 Sioux City, IA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Sioux City, IA here's what you should know:- Sioux City's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 85°F, while winter lows average around 10°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Sioux City, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Sioux City is car-friendly, with easy access to major roadways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Sioux City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Sioux City offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
- You can explore art and music at the Sioux City Art Center and Orpheum Theatre.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, biking, and hiking, while outdoor enthusiasts can visit Stone State Park for nature activities.
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