Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Yakima, WA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,260/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical (MS) Telemetry Nurse in a community hospital setting. This role involves providing high-quality care for adult patients with varied medical conditions, including post-surgical, respiratory, cardiac, and oncological cases, among others. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment on a night shift schedule, supporting both adult and potentially pediatric care with applicable experience.
Job Details
- Position: Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) Nurse
- Location: Community hospital setting
- Certifications, Education, and Experience Requirements: BLS, ACLS, must pass tele exam during compliance; PALS preferred. General MedSurg experience required, including chest tubes, trachs, PICC/midlines/central lines (RN will collect from central line if needed), Foley catheters, NG tubes, dressing changes, wound vacs, ostomies, tele. Experience with peds and psych is preferred but not required.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shift times, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Floating required: 2 East/West, 3 East/West, 5th floor, ER for MedSurg holds. Weekend rotation: every other weekend. No on-call required. Scrub color can be any solid color, no graphics or designs needed. The assignment starts on 11/16/2026 and ends on 02/13/2027.
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 Yakima, WA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Yakima, WA here's what you should know:- Yakima'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 88°F and lows around 57°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 41°F and lows around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Yakima.
- Yakima is car-friendly with ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Yakima is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Yakima offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, and breweries.
- It has a vibrant arts and music scene, and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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