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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,210 per week

Cross Country Nurses · Fort Madison, IA · 1 wk ago
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Medical Surgical with Telemetry nursing position located in an inpatient setting. The role involves delivering comprehensive patient care utilizing the nursing process in coordination with the healthcare team. A strong focus on telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia recognition, and emergency response is required. The nurse will be responsible for self-studying telemetry strips and passing a basic dysrhythmia test early in the assignment.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver comprehensive patient care in a Med Surg / Telemetry inpatient setting
  • Utilize the nursing process in coordination with the healthcare team
  • Monitor telemetry, recognize dysrhythmias, and respond to emergencies
  • Self-study telemetry strips and pass a basic dysrhythmia test in the first week of the assignment
  • Float to non-critical care inpatient units, including the Emergency Department if patients are boarded (float rotation may be required)
  • Respond and arrive on-site within one hour when called during low census periods

Requirements

  • Valid nursing license
  • ACLS and NIH certifications
  • Previous Epic electronic medical record experience
  • Ability to self-study telemetry strips and pass a basic dysrhythmia test in the first week

Qualifications

Required

  • Valid nursing license
  • ACLS and NIH certifications
  • Previous Epic electronic medical record experience

Preferred

  • Experience in telemetry and dysrhythmia recognition
  • Inpatient medical-surgical nursing experience

Schedule

  • Start Date: 09/28/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks (through 12/27/2026)
  • 36 hours per week
  • 12-hour day shifts

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

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.

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