Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,790 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN for Med Surg/Telemetry in Shelby, NC. The role requires RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and at least 18 months of Med Surg/Telemetry experience.

The position features 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, and a 13-week assignment. Orientation and supportive telemetry monitoring are provided to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• RN license required and valid for North Carolina.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications required.
• At least 18 months of Med Surg and Telemetry experience; knowledge of cardio skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for Med Surg with Telemetry in a fast-paced hospital.
• Adapt to dynamic hospital setting and collaborate with care teams.
• Participate in telemetry monitoring and order entry as needed.

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Telemetry experience

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

IV starts

Wound care

Non-titrating cardiac drips

Critical care skills

Tools

EPIC

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical with Telemetry at a healthcare facility in Shelby, North Carolina. This position involves providing patient care for a diverse patient population with various diagnoses in a fast-paced environment. The role requires clinical expertise and the ability to adapt to a dynamic hospital setting.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, with a rotation every 6 weeks.
• Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications, at least 18 months of Medical Surgical and Telemetry experience, as well as knowledge of critical care skills such as cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, wound care, and management of non-titrating cardiac drips.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic medical record system (at least 6 months).
• Float: Float rotation may be required to all facilities within the designated region, including Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH).
• Additional Information: Orientation includes a 2-day departmental orientation; scrubs are navy in color; free parking is provided. The unit fosters a supportive culture, and the hospital has on-site hospitalists, intensivists, and remote telemetry monitoring with 24/7 telemetry tech support.

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

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.

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