Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Medical Surgical Floor. This role provides nursing care in an inpatient acute rehabilitation setting for patients recovering from cardiovascular surgery, falls, knee and back surgeries, strokes, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons, and other post-acute conditions. The position supports a 12-hour day schedule with a focus on rehabilitation, activities of daily living, vital signs, and patient conditioning.

Job Details Schedule: Day shifts from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; 12-hour shifts; minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Minimum of 1 year of experience Inpatient acute rehabilitation experience Valid drivers license required for submission Preferred Qualifications: Rehabilitation certification QIM experience Previous travel experience Additional Information: Patient assignments vary by acuity, generally ranging from 1:6 to 1:8. Patient populations may include individuals recovering from cardiovascular surgery, falls, knee surgeries, back surgeries, strokes, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons, and post-acute conditions requiring conditioning. Clinical responsibilities may include care involving peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and ports. Nurses do not routinely titrate drips; commonly managed therapies may include intravenous fluids, electrolytes, antibiotics, and blood products. Continuous telemetry monitoring is not provided on the unit. Respiratory therapy support is available for patients using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) at home. Weekend and holiday availability is expected based on staffing needs. Standby may be required during periods of low census and pending admissions. Unit orientation includes one 12-hour shift with a preceptor. Caribbean blue scrubs are required. Clinical prescreening is 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 1352282. 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