Telemetry Registered Nurse
San Luis Obispo, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,205/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Telemetry nursing position supporting patients in an acute care setting during night shifts. The role provides care across medical-surgical and higher-acuity cardiac-focused units, including patients recovering from cardiac procedures, managing sepsis, or experiencing respiratory distress. The position requires collaboration with the care team, telemetry monitoring, and management of specified intravenous medications.
Job Details
- Schedule: Night shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week; every other weekend required.
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
- Additional Information: Patient assignments may include medical-surgical, orthopedic, medical, cardiac, and step-down patients. Common cases include post-cardiac catheterization, post-pacemaker placement, post-transcatheter aortic valve replacement, post-coronary artery bypass grafting, sepsis, and respiratory distress. The role may involve management of amiodarone, heparin, diltiazem, fixed-rate insulin, nitroglycerin, and dopamine for renal dosing. Patients may require bilevel or continuous positive airway pressure. Telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation are required.
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 San Luis Obispo, CA
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in San Luis Obispo, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 75-80°F and winter lows of 40-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may be limited.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- Car friendliness with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- San Luis Obispo has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
- The city also hosts music and cultural events throughout the year.
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