Telemetry Registered Nurse
Houston, TX
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,515/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration6 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Telemetry Nurse, Telemetry, location unspecified. This position involves providing high-quality nursing care to patients in a busy hospital setting, with responsibilities including interpreting EKG strips, managing cardiac drips, and supporting patients in a Level 1 Trauma environment. Candidates must be adaptable, team-oriented, and experienced in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Job Details
- Position Description: Provides care for medical-surgical and neurology patients, including stroke, neurosurgery, and Candida Auris cases. Requires BLS and ACLS certifications. Prior experience in a high-volume hospital focused on Cardiology and trauma care is preferred.
- Required Qualifications: Valid ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications; minimum of 2 years' RN experience; experience with EPIC charting system; medical-surgical and neurology experience preferred; 3+ years' total healthcare experience preferred.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days or nights, every other weekend (EOW), with a 48-hour minimum per week. Must arrive 15 minutes early for shift changes.
- Additional Information: Must be experienced with basic EKG interpretation, telemetry monitoring, and cardiac drips. Flexibility in scheduling and floating between units is required. The hospital environment is busy and complex, demanding adaptability and strong clinical skills.
- Submission Requirements: Active RN license required for submission; charting experience in EPIC preferred.
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 Houston, TX
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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