About this opportunity
Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,870 per week opportunity in pikeville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Pikeville, Kentucky.
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Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 8 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
A Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse is needed for a facility-based position on a Surgical/Orthopedic unit located in the healthcare provider's environment. The role involves providing clinical care to patients in a hospital setting, primarily during night shifts. This opportunity is suited for qualified nurses with a minimum of two years of experience in a similar setting.
Job Details
Position: Medical Surgical (MS) Nurse Surgical/Orthopedic Unit
Certifications: BLS, ACLS
Education & Experience: Kentucky or Compact state license; 2 years of relevant experience in a medical surgical environment; 0 years minimum experience required, with at least 2 years preferred
Location Requirements: Active license in Kentucky or a Compact license; located in or willing to work in the specified region
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum 48 hours per week
Start Date: 10/26/2026
End Date: 12/26/2026
Additional Information: Experience with the EPIC electronic health record system is a plus. Scrub color code: ICU - Royal Blue; all other units - black.
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 # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor
About Cross Country NursesYou 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. xqrzhdi 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.
Benefits401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
pikeville, KY, 41501, US
Who can apply
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