What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $1,915 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Wilson, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
A registered nurse specializing in medical surgical with telemetry at a healthcare facility located in Wilson, North Carolina. This position involves providing adult and geriatric patient care within a telemetry unit, requiring candidates to bring their licenses on the first day. The assignment includes a bi-weekly orientation and is suitable for professionals with a minimum of 1.5 years of experience in a similar setting.
Job Details:
- Location: Wilson, North Carolina
- Specialty: Medical Surgical with Telemetry
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, associate degree (BSN preferred), BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, at least 1.5 years of relevant experience, and familiarity with Meditech electronic medical records
- Preferred Qualifications: EKG interpretation skills, management of discharges and admissions, basic knowledge of cardiac drip management
- Float: Float rotation may be required
- Additional Information: Focus on adult and geriatric patient populations with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, and post-cardiac cath care. The unit is equipped with Welch Allyn vital signs machines, Hoyer lifts with weight scales, Abbott glucometers, and Baxter IV pumps. The position is a contractor replacement for one available opening. Candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the facility. Orientation is bi-weekly, with upcoming start dates on June 8th, June 22nd, and July 6th, 2026.
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 #1267293. 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
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 : $1,915