Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Alexandria, LA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,160/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse Telemetry. The position provides independent nursing care for cardiac and telemetry patients in a hospital-based unit that is not stepdown. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, administering medications and treatments, monitoring effectiveness and side effects, documenting care, and educating patients, families, and caregivers.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license in the state of employment or a compact state; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree; 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty.
- Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Provides care for cardiac and telemetry patients with an approximate nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1 to 6:1, depending on staffing. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, and no call is required. Responsibilities include using the nursing process; addressing complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs; administering medications and treatments according to protocol; monitoring patient responses; documenting patient histories, symptoms, medications, and care; and providing education to patients, families, and caregivers. Newly hired experienced Registered Nurses complete orientation and competency validation, including medical-surgical competencies. Newly licensed Registered Nurses may participate in a residency or specialized orientation program.
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 Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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