Medical Surgical Telemetry RN
Tuscaloosa, AL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,910/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) Nurse in the regional area. This position involves providing patient care within the medical-surgical unit, with an emphasis on telemetry monitoring. The role requires flexibility to float to other units or hospitals as needed, ensuring comprehensive patient care across different settings.
Job Details
- Shift Time: Days
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license in the state of Alabama or a Compact license (no temporary licenses accepted); associated degree in nursing; CPR certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross; at least 2 years of overall experience in the specialty, with consideration given to candidates with 18 months of experience working under the highest level of professional license and at least 1 year of recent experience in the specialty.
- Preferred Qualifications: ACLS certification.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The position involves working in acute care settings, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:5 or 1:6. Nurses will be working in units that require willingness to float between units and hospitals, including holiday and weekend shifts. Parking is available. The position begins on 10/26/2026 and ends on 01/16/2027.
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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