About the role
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 22 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Float Nurse specializing in adult general medical and surgical patient care, in a facility setting. The position involves providing nursing assessments, care planning, and implementation for a diverse patient population with conditions such as chronic illnesses, infections, neurological disorders, and mental health issues. This role requires floating between different medical units and participating in supplemental hospital orientation and Epic charting.
Job Details:
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Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 3 weekend shifts in 4 weeks, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
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Required Qualifications: IN State or compact Registered Nurse (RN) license, at least 1.5 years of Level 1, Level 2, or tertiary experience, at least 1 year of experience at a facility with 450+ beds, BLS certification through the American Heart Association, and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
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Preferred Qualifications: Experience using Epic electronic record system, knowledge of hospital equipment including pyxis machines, Accucheck blood glucose, Hospira IV pumps, and telemetry monitoring.
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Additional Information: Candidates must be willing to float to adult medical units only. The position involves working in an acute care setting with patient ratios typically around 1:5-6, managing procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, and medication drips. Training includes one day of general hospital orientation followed by approximately 5 days of departmental nursing orientation, including Epic system training.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
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Private housing or generous housing allowance
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Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
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Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
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Competitive salaries
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Referral bonuses
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Travel reimbursement
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401(k) retirement plan
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Direct deposit/free checking
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Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1313104. 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 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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