Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,785 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a 13‑week assignment in Hickory, NC. The Telemetry unit is a 24‑bed cardiac area with Cerner EHR and a 4:1 patient ratio. Start date is 10/12/2026, with 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts.

The role requires RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years of experience in cardiac care. Candidates may float to IMCU/NPCU or surgical units as needed.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BLS & ACLS certifications required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• CERNER experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care on a family‑oriented cardiac unit.
• Adhere to established clinical protocols and safety standards.
• Float to related units (IMCU/NPCU/surgical) as needed.

Skills

BLS certifications

ACLS certifications

CERNER experience

2+ years experience

Education

RN license

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

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

Job Summary

Telemetry (Specialty) position in a healthcare facility located in Wilson, North Carolina. This role involves providing patient care on a family-oriented cardiac unit that serves a range of patients from young adults to elderly adults. The position requires a focus on general cardiac patients and adherence to established clinical protocols and safety standards.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS & ACLS certifications, 2 or more years of relevant experience, CERner experience preferred, and a minimum of 0 years of experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Cerner system experience and specific skills related to cardiac patient care.
• Unit Information: 24-bed telemetry unit with patient ratios of 4:1, equipped with Life Paks, Zoll, Masimo devices, and Cerner electronic health records.
• Patient Population: Generalized cardiac patients ranging in ages from young adult to elderly adult.
• Other Details: May occasionally float to IMCU, NPCU, or surgical units.
• Start and End Dates: 10/12/2026 to 01/11/2027.
• Additional Information: Candidates must be 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for the local rate.

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 #1317963. 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. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Telemetry

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus