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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Olympia, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/20/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) registered nurse position in a short-term acute care hospital. This role involves floating to various units, including tele, med surg, and ER-boarding patients, with potential charge responsibilities on small units. Ideal candidates will have US clinical experience, with a focus on patient care, telemetry interpretation, and adherence to safety protocols. The position requires flexibility to work nights in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, starting 10/20/2026 and ending 01/19/2027
Required Qualifications: Valid US or Canadian clinical experience, active state license (compact license accepted), minimum 2 years experience, BLS certification, ACLS and NIHSS certifications preferred, experience with cardiac telemetry and interpretation of dysrhythmias, familiarity with EPIC charting system, at least 1 year of recent acute care experience, and ability to work nights.
Preferred Qualifications: Charge nurse experience, experience in trauma level I or II units, and previous float experience.
Additional Information: Must have experience working in the US healthcare system. Candidates should be adaptable to floating between units, managing staffing needs, bed flow, and general coordination. May include charge responsibilities on small units staffed with 1-2 RNs supported by LPNs and CNAs. Orientation includes 24 hours of training. Candidates should be prepared to work three of the five major holidays and request scheduling adjustments upfront. Refusal to float may result in termination.
Travel Experience: Not required.
Certifications: ACLS*, BLS, NIHSS*
Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics with diverse medical needs, including ER boarded patients, telemetry, and med surg.
Unit and Equipment Details: Support services include IV teams, respiratory, pharmacy, radiology, and rapid response teams. No specific unit equipment details provided.
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
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.
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
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Worksite address
olympia, WA, 98502, US
Who can apply
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