Medical Surgical Telemetry RN
Lufkin, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,785/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration6 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry RN, Telehealth, Nights This healthcare organization seeks a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical with Telemetry for night shifts. The role involves working within a virtual integrated care nursing model, managing patients with diagnoses such as heart failure, diabetes, pneumonia, chronic kidney disease, and metabolic/surgical conditions. The RN will be responsible for patient monitoring, reading strips, and supporting telemonitoring staff as part of a dynamic nursing team.
Job Details
- Shift: Nights; 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid BLS Certification; minimum of 3 years of RN experience in medical-surgical or telemetry units; current license to practice as an RN; willing to wait for license submission
- Responsibilities include working within the virtual integrated care model, managing Cpap, Bipap, and high-flow patients, and floating across all medical-surgical units as needed.
- The unit operates with a 6/1 patient-to-nurse ratio, with PCTs (Patient Care Technicians) present on the unit.
- Orientation will include department-specific training in a hospital setting.
- Flexibility to float across multiple units, including telemetry and PCU, is required.
- The position demands excellent communication and time management skills to support patient care effectively, especially given the acuity level and telehealth monitoring.
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 Lufkin, TX
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Lufkin, TX here's what you should know:- Lufkin'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.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, and average lows are around 72°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 59°F, and average lows are around 38°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lufkin, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Lufkin is car-friendly, and most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Lufkin has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Lufkin offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, as well as options for art and music enthusiasts.
- Sports and outdoor activities are popular, with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby area.
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