Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Houston, TX
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,515/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration6 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Telemetry (TELE) nurse position available in a busy Level 1 Trauma acute care setting. This role involves providing dedicated patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment focused on neurology, strokes, neuro surgery, and emergency neurological units. Candidates must be open to floating and adaptable to a dynamic schedule.
Job Details
- Position Description: Focus on Neurology, Stroke, Neuro Surgery, and Emergency Neurological Units. RN's need to be open to floating required experience with cardiac drips. Candidates should have experience working in a busy hospital environment, preferably with travel experience and over 3 years of relevant background in similar settings.
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS are required.
- Experience Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of recent relevant experience.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 48 hours per week.
- Shift Notes: Nights, every other weekend, first to float.
- Job Duration: Start date 10/19/2026 and end date 11/30/2026.
- Additional Information: Successful candidates should have EPIC charting experience, be flexible on scheduling, and comfortable working in a very busy hospital setting. Daily parking options available.
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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