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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The Professional Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of the care delivery team working on a Medical Surgical Floor within an acute care setting. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care to adult patients, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and commitment to patient-centered outcomes through the application of clinical expertise and evidence-based practices.
Job Details:
Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: RN license required; BSN preferred; 2 years of experience required; location in Pennsylvania. Valid certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and PA Act 31, PA Act 33, PA Act 34, PA Act 73.
Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: The nurse will perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors, actively participate in quality improvement efforts, incorporate research and evidence-based practice, and provide comprehensive patient education. The role emphasizes strong communication, collaborative relationships, and adaptability to change to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a positive work environment.
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
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.
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
altoona, PA, 16603, US
Who can apply
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