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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/28/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Telemetry Nurse in a general adult cardiac unit is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to cardiac patients ranging from young adults to elderly. This role involves monitoring patient cardiac status, administering treatments, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The position requires the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, family-oriented environment at a busy healthcare facility.
Job Details:
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, 0 years of experience minimum, located 60 miles or greater from the healthcare provider
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Life Pak, Zoll, Masimo equipment, Cerner electronic health record system
Additional Information: May occasionally be required to float to inpatient care units such as IMCU, NPCU, and/or Surgical units. The unit primarily cares for generalized cardiac patients, including cases involving Chest Pain, A-fib, CHF, and pre/post care for cardiac procedures including cardiac caths (groin & radial). The unit has a family-oriented culture and accepts nurses wearing any scrub color.
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 # . 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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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Worksite address
hickory, NC, 28601, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.