Travel Nurse RN - Float Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,970 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Garden City, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 34 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The Telemetry Medical Surgical Float Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in Garden City, Kansas. This role involves working in a fast-paced acute care environment, providing specialized patient care across multiple units including Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Orthopedics, Trauma, and Emergency Department Observation. The ideal candidate will possess at least two years of recent telemetary experience and be flexible to float within Zone 4, covering various specialties.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 11.5 hours per shift, minimum of 34.5 hours per week. Schedules are released 4 to 6 weeks in advance and may follow either a single facility schedule or a Just-In-Time (JIT) float model.
• Required Qualifications: Valid licensing to submit, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) from the American Heart Association, NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, and a minimum of 2 years of recent telemetry experience within the last 3 years.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior neuro experience, familiarity with Alaris infusion pumps, and experience with EPIC electronic health record system.
• Float: Float rotation may be required within Zone 4, encompassing multiple facilities around Garden City, KS, including Ulysses, KS, and Dodge City, KS. Travelers are responsible for arranging housing within the zone to accommodate floating needs.
• Additional Information: Units include General Medical-Surgical and specialities such as Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Renal, Urology, Gynecology, Psych/Detox, ENT, and more. The patient population primarily consists of adults, geriatrics, and long-term placement patients. Nurses may be asked to work weekends (6-9 shifts in a 6-week schedule) and could be included in holiday rotations. Staffing may involve occasional call or standby, with assignments communicated via text or daily sheets. The unit includes telemonitor techs, nurse aides, and equipment such as vents, Cpap, and BiPap.
• Charting System: EPIC
• BSN Required: No
• License to Submit: Yes
• Trauma Level: Not specified
• Care Setting: Acute care

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 #1285195. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 34 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Telemetry Medical Surgical Float

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