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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lufkin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 6 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
nTelemetered Nursing (RN) Night Shift Location TBD
nThis role involves providing specialized nursing care on a Medical-Surgical unit with a focus on orthopedic, inpatient rehab, and telemetry patients. The position requires a commitment to patient safety and high-quality care, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and clinical expertise.
nJob Details
nnPosition Description:
nProvides patient care for Medical-Surgical and Inpatient Rehabilitation patients, including those with total joint replacements, strokes, and medical conditions. Responsible for administering treatments, monitoring telemetry, and performing routine nursing duties.
nRequired Qualifications:
nRN license, BLS Certification, minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, experience in orthopedic and telemetry nursing preferred, located within commuting distance, and open to night shifts.
nSchedule:
nNight shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.
nAdditional Information:
nUnit staffing maintains a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 for Medical-Surgical and 1:6 for Inpatient Rehab. Nurses will operate telehealth monitors, troubleshoot RT equipment such as nebulizers and CPAP machines, and participate in ongoing classroom and precepted shifts to ensure smooth transition into the role.
nSubmission Requirements:
nCandidates must pass a basic rhythm course and hold BLS certification.
n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
lufkin, TX, 75904, US
Who can apply
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