Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Floor RN
San Francisco, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,355/weekOverview
- Start Date12/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration16 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation. The position provides nursing care for adult and geriatric patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, multi-trauma, surgery, and other complex conditions. The role supports intensive rehabilitation, promotes patient mobility and self-care, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: California Registered Nurse license; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; acute rehabilitation experience; required travel nursing experience, including prior travel within the past 12 months; required Trauma Level II experience; COVID-19 vaccination and booster.
- Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification; acute inpatient rehabilitation experience; neuro or stroke unit experience; prior charge experience; prior teaching hospital experience; community hospital experience.
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, though weekend frequency may vary based on weekday staffing needs.
- Additional Information: Patient assignments include approximately five patients per nurse. The role supports adults and geriatric patients with diagnoses including stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, multi-trauma, amputation, deconditioning following an intensive care unit stay, cardiac and respiratory conditions, spine surgery, neurological conditions, and heart, lung, or kidney transplants. Dialysis may be provided while patients remain on the rehabilitation unit. Patients participate in intensive therapy for at least three hours per day, five days per week, with nursing support focused on fall prevention, mobility, self-care, swallowing precautions, wound care, medication management, vascular access, and other complex rehabilitation needs.
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 San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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