About this opportunity
Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,300 per week opportunity in quincy, Illinois. 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 Quincy, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Quincy, Illinois.
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 (MS) in an inpatient acute care setting. This position involves working on a fast-paced unit that handles heavy patient loads, including surgical admissions and discharges. The role requires skilled nursing care with a focus on surgical patient management, including neuro, orthopedic, and general surgical cases, with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour shifts starting at 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Schedules are released six weeks in advance; block scheduling is not guaranteed and should be discussed with leadership.
Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications; minimum of 2 years of clinical experience within a surgical or acute care setting; EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) experience is required due to ongoing conversion; must have total joint experience, understanding of PCA pumps and reversal drugs (e.g., Narcan), and experience with TPN and Lipids.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with narcotic management, sepsis protocols, and titratable drips such as Heparin; familiarity with tele monitor interpretation and patient care in a high acuity environment is advantageous.
Unit Notes: This unit cares for neuro, orthopedic, and general surgical patients, including procedures such as laminectomies, cervical fusions, and joint replacements. Typical diagnoses involve complex post-op care with use of PCA devices, epidurals, and management of chronic pain and sepsis.
Patient Ratios and Staffing: Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:4 to 1:6; LPNs are available, with virtual admission and discharge nurses providing additional support. Night shifts may include house supervisors; charge nurses often take smaller assignments to assist.
Patient Care Details: May include PICC, TPN, Lipids, femoral pop bypass, dialysis catheter insertions, and urgent OR cases. RNs may be required to interpret telemonitor strips; tele monitors are provided by a dedicated tele monitor tech.
Additional Notes: The unit utilizes a fast-paced, high patient turnover environment, averaging 8-12 surgery admits per day. Orientation includes a 12-hour shift focused on computer modules, general orientation, and comp review.
Other: No call or standby requirements; floating to similar units only; scrubs are provided in black; a standard 12-hour orientation shift on the day of hire is required.
Benefits
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
quincy, IL, 62305, US
Who can apply
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