Travel Nurse RN - Float Med Surg / Telemetry
Weirton, WV
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Telemetry Medical Surgical Float Registered Nurse (RN) position in Weirton, West Virginia. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care across various units, including telemetry, medical-surgical, and critical care areas. The position requires flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to adapt to different patient acuity levels within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Details:

• Shift: 12-hour days, with weekends as scheduled
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS; minimum of 5 years of nursing experience
• Qualifications:
  • Valid nursing license with the ability to submit verification
  • Experience in telemetry, medical-surgical, or ICU settings preferred
  • Ability to manage critical drips such as Heparin, with proficiency in titration if working in ED or CCU
  • Comfortable floating to lower acuity units within skillset
  • Adept at troubleshooting respiratory equipment (Vents, BiPAP, C-PAP, etc.) and reading telemonitor strips
  • Capable of autonomous charting using systems such as Cerner
  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability are essential
• Experience or Skills:
  • Preference for candidates with at least 1 year of ICU or ED experience
  • Flexible and multi-functional approach to patient care
  • Ability to manage patient ratios ranging from 1:2 to 1:10, depending on the unit
• Schedule & Flexibility:
  • Self-scheduling available; working three 12-hour shifts per week
  • The schedule is made out for four weeks at a time
  • Will receive assignments via text message within two hours prior to shift start
  • Expected to help fill staffing gaps and assist with unit coverage
• Duties:
  • ADLs, vital signs, bathing, toileting, feeding, repositioning, answering call lights, blood sugar monitoring
  • Administering breathing treatments and managing respiratory equipment
  • Reading and interpreting telemonitor strips
  • Managing patient care across multiple units, including telemetry and medical-surgical floors

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