Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,870 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel assignment in Scranton, PA. The position involves 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week, starting 10/19/2026 for 13 weeks.

You will provide comprehensive cardiac patient care, float to various units as needed, and must hold an active RN license with BLS/ACLS and NIHSS, plus Cerner EMR proficiency. Benefits include private housing or housing allowance, health and dependent insurance, 401(k), referral bonuses, travel

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications.
• 1–2+ years of telemetry or step-down experience.
• Cerner EMR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive telemetry care for cardiac patients.
• Floats to med-surg and remote units as needed.
• Deliver patient-centered care on a travel assignment.

Skills

Telemetry RN

RN license

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Telemetry experience

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Telemetry Nursing (RN) Days location unspecified. This position involves providing comprehensive patient care to individuals of all ages utilizing telemetry monitoring. The role requires adapting to various operational settings, including floating to med-surg and remote units, with a focus on cardiac patient care.

Job Details:

• Shift: Days, 7:00 AM 7:30 PM, scheduled for 12 hours.
• Schedule: The assignment begins on 09/14/2026 and concludes on 12/14/2026, 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) certifications, 1-2+ years of telemetry or step-down experience, and proficiency in Cerner electronic medical record system.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with med-surg and remote tele units, ability to float to various units including medical-surgical and telemetry, and familiarity with navy blue scrubs.
• Additional Information: The assigned nurse will deliver quality, patient-centered care for cardiac patients, incorporating specific educational and competency requirements related to telemetry nursing. Blocked scheduling may be requested; 48-hour guarantees are not available.

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-17

Cross Country Job ID #1304434. 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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus