What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Medical-Surgical Float RN - $2,395 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Fargo, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Float Nurse position in Fargo, ND. This role involves providing patient care in a variety of medical-surgical units within a busy hospital environment. The nurse will be responsible for assessments, medication administration, care planning, and wound management, working within a fast-paced setting and utilizing electronic medical records.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with every other weekend and holiday. Shifts start on 10/12/2026 and end on 01/11/2027, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Active North Dakota RN license or Compact state license, BLS (American Heart Association), NIHSS certification, minimum 1 year recent Med Surg experience in a large hospital (200 beds).
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous float pool experience and experience within a level 2 or higher trauma center.
- Float: Float rotation may be required within MedSurg clusters and between campuses in Fargo.
- Unit Specifics: Experience working in fast-paced hospitals with 250 beds; various MedSurg specialties including oncology, trauma, cardiac, neuro, and behavioral health.
- Equipment and EMR: EPIC electronic medical record system, Accudose Rx, Alaris IV pumps, Philips vitals machines.
- Additional Requirements: Must have a minimum of 2 years of recent Med Surg experience, able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, and participate in training and orientation programs, including shifts on Broadway and SMCF MedSurg units.
- Travel Details: Local rate applies for candidates living within 80 miles of the facility, with a rate reduction for those between 60 and 80 miles. Travelers living within 60 miles are not eligible. Candidates must badge in and out at the facility, and must provide good interview times during submission.
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 #1319005. 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 Float Position
About Cross Country NursesYou 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
Salary : $2,395