Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Tuscaloosa, AL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,980/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
A travel nurse opportunity is available in Alabama for a Medical Surgical With Telemetry specialty in the Tuscaloosa area. The position requires candidates to provide dedicated patient care within a cardiac telemetry unit, supporting patients with various cardiac and medical conditions. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment.
Job Details:
- Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- Specialty: Medical Surgical With Telemetry
- Schedule: 36 or 48 hours per week, with night shifts; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse license in the State of Alabama or a compact license (No Temp Licenses accepted); Associate degree in nursing; AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) or Red Cross certification; 18 months to 2 years of recent experience in the specialty, working under the highest level of professional license, with at least 1 year of recent experience in the field of specialty.
- Certifications: AHA BLS or Red Cross
- Additional Information: Must be willing to float to units/hospitals. Every other weekend and holidays as required. Parking is available. Two positions are open to fill contractor replacement.
- The assignment start date is July 6, 2026.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Tuscaloosa, AL
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:- Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
- Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
- Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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