Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN
Duluth, MN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration7 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,420/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Floor, Duluth, MN. This inpatient position supports orthopedic and general surgery patients in a 40-bed medical-surgical unit. Responsibilities include caring for patients undergoing total joint replacements, urology, vascular, gynecological, and general surgical procedures while adapting to rotating day and night shifts.

Job Details

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, including 7:00 AM7:30 PM and 7:00 PM7:30 AM; minimum 36 hours per week. Every other weekend and holidays as needed.
Assignment Details: Seven-week assignment beginning 11/23/2026 and ending 01/10/2027.
Required Qualifications: Associate degree or certificate; current Minnesota Registered Nurse licensure; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification; at least two years of medical-surgical orthopedic/general surgery experience, including at least one travel assignment.
Preferred Qualifications: Epic charting experience preferred.
Additional Information: Patient ratios are typically 1:45 on day shifts and 1:56 on night shifts. Relevant clinical experience includes general surgery, total joint replacements, urology, vascular, and gynecological procedures. Call-back assignments may have a two-hour minimum. During flu season, individuals who decline influenza and COVID-19 vaccination must wear a mask at all times in accordance with facility policy.

Benefits

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

Cross Country Job ID #1343736. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About Duluth, MN

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Duluth, MN here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 70-80°F and lows of 50-60°F.
Average winter highs of 20-30°F and lows of 0-10°F.

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of a transient population.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is spread out.
Public transportation options are limited, but there is a bus system for essential routes.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the proximity to Lake Superior.
Duluth has a growing community of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, unique shops, and attractions in the downtown Waterfront District.
Opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports.
Cultural scene includes art, music, and local sports events.

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