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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: 10/05/2026
Duration: 9 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) nurse position located in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing patient care on a telemetry unit, with a focus on medical-surgical patients. The position requires a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in acute care and telemetry, working night shifts for an eight-week contract starting October 5, 2026.
Schedule
Night shift, 12 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications
BSN degree
current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state/district
at least 1 year of RN experience in acute care inpatient settings
2 years of Cerner experience
NIHSS, BLS, and ACLS certifications
graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
ability to complete a telemetry rhythm interpretation test prior to start date
must reside within 50 miles of the facility
Preferred Qualifications
Highly desired BSN degree
Additional Information
Nurse to patient ratio is 1:5-6, with 16 patients on the unit; two nurses may have five patients each and one nurse may have six. The role involves performing initial and ongoing assessments, documenting patient information, and delivering age-appropriate, competent, and efficient patient care in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
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
Job ID # .
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 / 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.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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