Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,875 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) for a healthcare organization located in Washington, District of Columbia. The position involves providing patient care on an Intermediate Care (IMC) unit, with a focus on stroke assessment using the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). The job requires a commitment to delivering competent, compassionate, and efficient care while adhering to all regulatory and licensure requirements.

Job Details:

• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Schedule: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications:
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia
  • BSN degree highly desired
  • Must live at least 50 miles from the facility
  • Med/Surg Telemetry experience 2 years required
  • Cerner EHR experience 2 years required
  • BLS & ACLS certifications required
  • Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program required
• Additional Information:
  • Responsible for providing a variety of patient care functions for a diverse patient population
  • Performs initial and ongoing assessments, reviews systems, and documents appropriately
  • Completes admission assessments within the established time frame
  • Demonstrates the ability to interpret patient needs and deliver age-appropriate care across the lifespan
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory and safety standards

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:

Cross Country Job ID # . 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