Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $1,785 per week in Altoona, PA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Altoona
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Altoona, PA
Agency: CrossMed Healthcare Pay: $1,785 per week Shift Information:
3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP
About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with CrossMed
Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Altoona,
Pennsylvania, 16601! Job Details Gross Weekly Pay: $1699.20 -
$1785.60 Starts: 2026-01-12 Assignment Length: 13 Weeks Shift: Day
shift Hours Per Week: 36 Job Quantity: 13 Type: Travel City:
Altoona State: PA At CrossMed Healthcare Staffing, we aim to create
lasting impressions wherever we go. Embark on your healthcare
traveler journey with us and discover the CrossMed advantage. We
offer competitive pay packages, comprehensive benefits, an in-house
clinical team, and dedicated recruiters committed to your success.
Our goal is to become the preferred staffing provider by delivering
top-notch customer service. Join us and experience the difference
firsthand! Benefits: Competitive weekly pay Insurance (Health,
Dental, Vision) Life Insurance 401(k) Referral Bonus Reimbursement
for Licensure & CEU’s Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program EAP Program
Qualifications: At minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience preferred
Graduate from an accredited school Certifications may be required
based on facility requirements Physical abilities – remain in a
stationary position, move and lift equipment (50-100 lbs), pushing,
bending and pulling Communication and collaborates with physicians
and other health team members Provides and coordinates patient care
with other health team members Monitors patients’ responses to
interventions and reports outcomes Administers medications as
ordered with appropriate documentation Monitor and evaluates
patients before, during, and post procedure depending on unit
Shares on-call responsibilities with a 30-minute response time if
required Maintains cleanliness of rooms and adequate stock of
supplies Transports patients as needed Performs other duties as
assigned Required Skills: Interpersonal Skills – ability to work
with diverse personnel (professional and support staff) while
maintaining a positive demeanor and professional appearance.
Technical Skills - the ability to grasp, push/pull, and move while
assisting with procedures or operating departmental equipment.
Cognitive Demands - capable of managing frequent interactions with
the public and customers and meeting deadlines under pressure.
Comfortable working under occasional close supervision or
independently. Sensory Skills - keen visual understanding and
practical communication abilities. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing
Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses
often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their
abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. If you enjoy outdoor
activities, travel nursing in different regions provides
opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water
sports, depending on the assignment location. Step out of your
comfort zone and face new challenges, fostering personal resilience
and adaptability. Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey
that shapes not only your career but also your character. Travel
nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar
adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support
system during assignments and beyond. Travel nursing allows you to
experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations
exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives,
fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and
professional life. 28820182EXPTEMP
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