Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Redding, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,260/weekOverview
- Start Date11/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor position for a registered nursing professional in an acute care setting. The role provides care for medical and postoperative/surgical patients on night shifts and requires strong teamwork, prior travel experience, and the ability to support telemetry-related patient care.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of medical-surgical experience; previous travel experience; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; COVID-19 vaccination; ability to read and interpret dysrhythmias and complete a dysrhythmia examination; ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Schedule: Night shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., averaging 36 hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation requirements.
- Additional Information: The unit supports a 1:5 patient ratio and provides care for medical and postoperative/surgical patients. The role may include floating to telemetry with a 1:4 patient ratio or between medical-surgical units. A charge nurse provides clinical supervision, break relief, and support without carrying a patient assignment. Respiratory therapy and pharmacy support are available around the clock, and a hospitalist is available 24/7. Four weekend shifts are required within each four-week schedule. Unit orientation consists of one shift.
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 Redding, CA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Redding, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Redding, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 90-100°F, while winter lows average around 30-40°F.
- Redding experiences long summers and mild winters.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Redding, CA, with options available for furnished housing.
- Redding is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Redding has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Redding offers a variety of activities including exploring Turtle Bay Exploration Park, visiting the Sundial Bridge, and enjoying outdoor activities at Shasta Lake and Whiskeytown Lake.
- There are also options for dining, art, music, and sports in the area.
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