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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Salem, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Salem, Virginia. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to post-operative orthopedic, spine, and podiatry patients, supporting patient recovery and safety on a busy 30-bed unit with the potential to increase capacity. The position requires a dedicated professional committed to teamwork, excellent communication, and patient advocacy.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026 and ending on 01/11/2027
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, and location within the specified area
Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification and experience caring for pediatric patients, familiarity with post-operative orthopedic care
Floats: Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: Unit utilizes Baxter IV pumps, Medfusion pumps, and Sequential Compression Devices (SCDs). The electronic medical record system in use is Meditech. Candidates should demonstrate strong teamwork, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills to succeed in this unit.
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 36.0 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 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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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Worksite address
salem, VA, 24155, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.