Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,790 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• 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 North Carolina. This position involves providing high-quality patient care within a fast-paced, diverse unit that manages a wide range of diagnoses including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details:

• Location: Shelby, North Carolina
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a cycle every 6 weeks
• Required Qualifications: RN license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, at least 6 months of EMR experience with EPIC, and 18 months of MedSurg/Telemetry RN experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation, non-titrating cardiac drips (e.g., Cardizem, Amiodarone), and general medical/surgical skills including care of patients with tubes and drains, IV starts, blood products, and wound care
• Schedule: Night shifts from 0645-1915 and 1845-0715, with every other weekend rotation and potential callbacks for low census
• Float: Within region and scope of practice; floating to all facilities listed within Region 3 as needed, with paid travel time during mid-shift floating
• Additional Information: Average daily census of 24 patients; RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6 (up to 1:7-8 during surge); CNA ratio of 1:12; support staff includes CNA, Phlebotomy, IV team, RT, Hospitalist (on site days, virtual evenings/overnights), and intensivist (24/7). Orientation conducted in NEO for 2 days; parking available; unit culture described as "Awesome".

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 #1247227. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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