Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $1,835 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Washington, DC
$1,835/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- Med-Surg
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 9 weeks
- Start
- 09/08/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 9 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry Nursing position located in the area. This 8-week contract involves day shifts with a schedule of 12 hours per day, requiring the candidate to reside at least 50 miles from the facility. The role focuses on providing comprehensive inpatient care with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6, ensuring quality care for patients with various medical needs.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) highly desired; current RN license in the state/district required prior to start; at least 1 year of registered nurse experience required; 2 years of experience in a clinical setting; minimum of 1 year of inpatient medical telemetry acute care experience required; Cerner experience required; graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program; ability to interpret telemetry rhythms prior to the start.
- Additional Information: Must be able to complete a telemetry rhythm interpretation test prior to start; the unit has 16 patients with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6. The responsibilities include performing initial and ongoing assessments, delivering competent patient care, and ensuring appropriate documentation per hospital policy.
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 #1302379. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With 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