Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $1,790 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Med/Television Registered Nurse (RN) Charlotte, North Carolina. This position involves providing specialized inpatient care on a medical surgical with telemetry unit. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The role focuses on caring for adult and geriatric patients with a variety of diagnoses, including COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, CHF exacerbation, stroke, and pulmonary embolism, among others. The position requires a strong skill set in stroke care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and other Med/Tele skills.

Job Details

• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina


• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) with a minimum of 36 hours per week


• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications, and a minimum of 2 years of med-surg with telemetry RN experience


• Skills required: General Med/Tele skill set including stroke experience, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV start, chest tube management, NGT placement, drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, Flexiseals, Foley insertion/management), PCA pump management, and medication GTT management including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IVF.


• Additional Information: The unit functions with a family-oriented culture; float rotation to regional facilities may be required. Travelers will be paid for travel time between facilities if floating mid-shift.


• Support within Department: CNA performs vitals, blood sugars, hygiene care; secretary handles administrative duties; charge nurse supports unit operations; resource nurses assist with patient care.


• Technology/Equipment: Epic EMR, Alaris IV Pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Phillips monitors.

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 #1242141. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus