Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Orthopedic Floor RN
Santa Rosa, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,185/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date11/30/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration26 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,185/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor professionals provide care for adult patients receiving orthopedic and spine surgery services, including total joint replacements, arthroplasty, and multi-trauma treatment. The role supports a patient ratio of 1:5 during day, night, and weekend shifts and includes collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical support services.

Job Details

  • Schedule: Day shifts are 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend.
  • Required Qualifications:
    • Minimum of 1 year of experience
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
    • Trauma Level I experience
    • Compact state license in hand at submission
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Trauma Level II experience
    • Experience as a first-time traveler is accepted
  • Float: Float rotation may be required.
  • Additional Information:
    • Patient population includes adults with orthopedic surgical needs, total joint replacements, spine surgeries, multi-trauma conditions, and medical-surgical overflow.
    • Unit care includes orthopedic and spine surgeries, multi-trauma care, and remote telemetry monitoring.
    • Patient ratios are 1:5 across day, night, and weekend shifts.
    • Clinical support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary services.
    • On-call shifts are not required.
    • Pre-approved time off must be submitted at the time of application.
    • Three of five designated holidays must be worked.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1346679. 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 Orthopedic Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(125 reviews)

12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars

Cons

None

Review of Gary Roberts on Oct 29, 2026

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About

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.

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About Santa Rosa, CA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Santa Rosa, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Santa Rosa is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
  • Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs are around 83°F, and average winter lows are around 38°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Santa Rosa, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
Transportation
  • Santa Rosa is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Santa Rosa is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen from surrounding vineyards.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Santa Rosa offers a vibrant culinary scene, with a variety of restaurants and wineries to explore.
  • It also has a thriving arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as hiking and horseback riding are popular due to the Mediterranean climate.
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