Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Salisbury, MD
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,180/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration10 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor. The role provides acute care for post-operative orthopedic, fracture, geriatric, and medical overflow patients. Responsibilities include clinical care, medication administration, and documentation within an acute care setting.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Active Maryland or compact-state registered nurse license; active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA); minimum of 2 years of general medical-surgical experience; experience caring for orthopedic patients.
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Responsibilities include care for post-operative total hip replacement, total knee replacement, total shoulder replacement, geriatric fracture, other fracture, and medical overflow patients. The role includes working alongside other staff members and may involve care across other medical-surgical units.
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 Salisbury, MD
As a travel nurse in Salisbury, MD here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Salisbury, MD is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high temperature in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Salisbury, MD and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Salisbury, MD is relatively car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Salisbury, MD has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Salisbury, MD offers a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
- There are opportunities to explore art and music through local galleries and venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and waterways.
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