What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,245 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bridgeport, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
This Medical Surgical with Telemetry registered nurse position is located in a healthcare facility in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The role involves providing acute care nursing services on a unit specializing in cardiac and telemetry patients. It is suited for nurses seeking a 12-hour night shift schedule, starting in late August 2026.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, nights; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); valid licensure; relevant nursing degree; and a minimum of 0 years of experience.
- Common diagnoses/types of patients: Cardiac patients, post-catheterization, acute myocardial infarction (AMI), post-operative lung surgeries, respiratory failure, chest tubes, pacemakers, post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), with specific patient stabilization and monitoring needs.
- Nursing Ratios & Assistants: Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6; RNs must be able to titrate drips including heparin, insulin, nitro; float to MedSurg units as needed; CNA-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:12; approximately 3 CNAs on days, 2 on nights, with duties including blood sugar checks.
- Respiratory Equipment: CPAP and BiPAP only; respiratory treatments managed by RT staff.
- Telemetry & Monitoring: Phillips monitors; RNs required to read and interpret strips; telemetry available on the unit.
- Floating & Dress Code: Floating to MedSurg/Tele units; staff expected to adhere to designated dress code of royal blue scrubs.
- Orientation: Multiple shifts of unit-specific orientation with preceptorship provided.
- Additional notes: Phone/email/on-site onboarding, and the unit participates in holiday rotation schedules.
- Start Date: 08/31/2026.
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 #1300846. 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 : $2,245