Medical-Surgical RN
Newburgh, IN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Floor. This 13-week night-shift assignment supports an observation unit caring for patients with chest pain, abdominal pain, cerebrovascular accident or transient ischemic attack, generalized weakness, and placement needs. The role requires strong assessment, critical-thinking, teamwork, and clinical adaptability in a 32-bed setting.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Associate degree or certificate; current active compact license; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification; at least two years of strong Medical-Surgical experience; one completed travel assignment; Level II trauma experience; strong assessment and critical-thinking skills; proficiency with peripheral intravenous insertion and stable drips, including heparin, furosemide, and pantoprazole.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information:
  • Patient assignments generally range from one nurse to five to seven patients on night shift.
  • The role includes collaboration with licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
  • Precepting students and newly hired staff may be required.
  • Navy blue scrubs are required without competing healthcare system or agency logos.
  • Weekend and holiday rotation is required, including three weekends within each six-week schedule and every other holiday.

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