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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Telemetry Nurse (RN) Night Shift Location: Not Specified. This role involves providing specialized care for patients with cardiovascular conditions, including MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, and those undergoing lung or chest surgeries. The Telemetry Nurse will be responsible for interpreting EKGs, titrating medications such as Cardizem and heparin, and managing various monitors in an acute care setting.
Job Details
Position: Telemetry Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Telemetry
Location: Not Specified
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week. Shifts run from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
Required Qualifications: RN licensure, active Illinois license or initiation of application process, BLS certification; ACLS recommended; at least 2 years of experience in a clinical setting, with skills in EKG interpretation and medication titration.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiothoracic units and managing chest tubes, pacemakers/AICDs; familiarity with Phillips monitors.
Additional Information: Responsibilities include troubleshooting ventilator equipment such as Cpap and Bipap, reading and interpreting telemetry strips, and collaborating with charge nurses and house supervisors. Float to other general medical units may be required.
Submission requirements: Candidates must have an active Illinois license and understanding of OSF policies, including drug testing and orientation.
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
Posted Date:
Cross Country 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 / 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
peoria, IL, 61639, US
Who can apply
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