Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,150 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana. The Telemetry RN will provide cardiac and medical-surgical care on days, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, as a travel assignment. Start date is 10/19/2026 with a 13-week duration.

Responsibilities include managing cardiac drips, monitoring patient status, documenting care, and educating patients and families while coordinating with the healthcare team to ensure safe, quality care.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; RN license in state or compact license
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• ACLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year experience in related nursing specialty preferred
• Must attend New Nurses Orientation within first 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Provide telemetry nursing care and monitor cardiac patients following protocols
• Manage cardiac IV drips, assess and document patient status
• Deliver patient and family education; ensure safety and quality of care
• Collaborate with healthcare team to coordinate care and manage contingencies

Skills

Telemetry

RN

BLS

ACLS

BSN preferred

1 year experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

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

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 Nurse - Days Shift in a healthcare setting providing specialized cardiac and medical-surgical care for patients with conditions such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and peripheral vascular disease. The role involves managing multiple cardiac drips, monitoring patient health status, and providing routine and complex nursing care with an emphasis on safety and patient education.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, 36 hours per week with 48-hour guarantees available.
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred; current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment or a valid compact license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from AHA required; minimum 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred; must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiac drips and management is advantageous.
• Float: Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The role requires the ability to practice independently and demonstrate clinical proficiency. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of patients; administering medications and treatments following established protocols; documenting patient care accurately; providing patient and family education; and collaborating with healthcare team members to ensure quality care delivery. Candidates must be capable of handling contingencies and managing complex clinical situations efficiently.

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 #1310304. 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