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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Telemetry Nurse - Days Shift in a healthcare setting providing specialized cardiac and medical-surgical care for patients with conditions such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and peripheral vascular disease. The role involves managing multiple cardiac drips, monitoring patient health status, and providing routine and complex nursing care with an emphasis on safety and patient education.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, 36 hours per week with 48-hour guarantees available.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred; current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment or a valid compact license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from AHA required; minimum 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred; must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiac drips and management is advantageous.
Float: Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: The role requires the ability to practice independently and demonstrate clinical proficiency. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of patients; administering medications and treatments following established protocols; documenting patient care accurately; providing patient and family education; and collaborating with healthcare team members to ensure quality care delivery. Candidates must be capable of handling contingencies and managing complex clinical situations efficiently.
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
alexandria, LA, 71302, US
Who can apply
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