Telemetry Registered Nurse
Alexandria, LA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,180/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Telemetry located in Alexandria, Louisiana. This position involves providing care in a cardiac and telemetry unit requiring a minimum of one year of related nursing experience. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The assignment begins on July 6, 2026, and offers an opportunity for a temporary-to-permanent arrangement.
Job Details:
- Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
- Shift: Days, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, 12 hours shift
- Hours Per Week: 36.0
- Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred, BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required, ACLS certification from AHA required, RN License in the state of employment or in a compact state, 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
- Additional Information: The unit is a Cardiac and Telemetry unit, not a stepdown unit. Temp to perm is a possibility.
- Responsibilities: Provide routine and complex nursing care independently, assess patient needs, administer medications and treatments following protocols, evaluate treatment effectiveness, document thoroughly, and provide patient education as needed. Meet the expectations of applicable nursing competencies, and demonstrate awareness of all relevant clinical and psychosocial aspects of patient care.
- Schedule: 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Float: Float rotation may be required depending on staffing.
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 Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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