Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,100 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) in Milwaukee, WI. This position involves providing high-quality patient care in a busy acute care hospital, managing a variety of medical conditions, and supporting patients' recovery and well-being. The role requires adaptability and proficiency in telemetry monitoring, patient documentation, and clinical skills pertinent to the unit's diverse patient population.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, current BLS certification, 2 years of experience in an acute care setting, Wisconsin licensure or compact license preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in telemetry, observation unit, admissions and discharges, and fast-paced environments.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information:
  • Support on the unit includes a charge nurse, unit secretary, hospitalist, RT, and centralized telemetry monitoring with tele tech.
  • Charting system used is EPIC, with equipment including Alaris, Pyxis, and GE monitors.
  • Orientation includes 4-8 hours of clinical onboarding, with NEO orientation during dayshift, and a meet-and-greet with educational staff.
  • Schedule planning occurs every 6 weeks, with holidays expected on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
  • RTO approval of up to 7 days; additional days require email approval.
  • Scrub color is flexible, no camo or denim.
  • Must document pain levels before and after medication administration, ensuring proper scoring and orders for medication administration as necessary.

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: 2026-10-10

Cross Country Job ID #1295878. 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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus