Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Walton, New York.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Floor. This position provides patient-centered nursing care through assessment, planning, coordination, medication administration, education, and evaluation of outcomes. The Registered Nurse supports safe, evidence-based practice, professional development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the health and well-being of patients and families.

Job Details Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with some flexibility, totaling 36 hours per week for a 13-week assignment.

Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), Health Safety Institute (HSI), or American Red Cross. At least 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience. Wound care experience and intravenous (IV) skills, including starting and accessing peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and implanted ports.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting. Professional certification in a related nursing specialty. Relevant skills certifications, such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), as required by the assigned unit.

Additional Information: Assesses, plans, delegates, coordinates, implements, and evaluates nursing care for an assigned group of patients. Educates patients and families regarding health promotion and disease management. Administers medications safely in accordance with established policies and nursing standards. Complies with nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and professional codes of ethics. Participates in quality improvement, shared governance, peer review, continuing education, and professional development activities. Provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students. Promotes effective communication, critical thinking, organization, collaboration, safety, and risk management in clinical practice.

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 1349817. 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