Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,930 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves bedside care for Med/Surg and Telemetry patients in a fast-paced inpatient setting, with flexibility across units and strict adherence to hospital protocols.

Requirements include valid NC RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and 18+ months of Med/Surg/Telemetry experience. Travel orientation is provided, with night shifts and holiday rotation expected.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NIHSS certification preferred.
• 19+ months Med/Surg/Telemetry RN experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care for Med/Surg/Telemetry patients.
• Support multiple units as needed, following hospital protocols.
• Adhere to shift schedules, including night rotations and holidays.

Skills

Bedside nursing care

Telemetry interpretation

NIHSS knowledge

ACLS/BLS certified

Adaptability across units

Education

RN license (NC)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NIHSS certification

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Medical Surgical with Telemetry Nursing opportunity is available in a healthcare facility in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position involves providing bedside care for patients with various diagnoses, including respiratory, cardiac, neurologic, and post-op cases, within a fast-paced inpatient setting. The role requires adaptability across multiple units and adherence to hospital protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, 18 months of experience as a Med/Surg/Tele RN, and NC licensure preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stroke care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, Foley management), PCA pumps, and medication GTT management including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IVF.
• Additional Information: The position involves float responsibilities across all units within scope at the facility as needed, including Med/Surg, Telemetry, and specialized units. Orientation is 2 days, and work includes holiday rotations, with travelers expected to work approximately 75% of holidays. RTO requests up to 6 days off, excluding holidays. Scrub color is navy. Parking is free.

Benefits

• 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.

Additional Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus