Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Thousand Oaks, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Floor. The position supports adult medical-surgical patients in a 30-bed unit with a typical patient ratio of 1:5.

Responsibilities include providing compassionate patient care, performing clinical procedures, and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Details Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: California Registered Nurse license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and resume submission.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience caring for patients with COVID-19, dialysis needs, or geriatric populations; hardworking, resilient, positive, and team-oriented approach.

Additional Information: Care for medical-surgical patients in a 30-bed unit with a typical patient ratio of 1:5. Perform blood transfusions and Foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertions. Use bladder scanners, patient lifts, glucometers, intravenous vein finders, vital sign equipment, intravenous pumps, sequential compression devices, and patient-controlled analgesia pumps. Follow variable scrub attire requirements; visible piercings are not permitted, and tattoos must be covered. Rotating weekends are required.

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 1349681. 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