Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lufkin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) nurse position available in a healthcare facility. The role involves delivering direct patient care within a 45-bed unit, with a patient ratio of 6:1, and requires flexibility for night shifts. The position is suitable for nurses with at least one year of experience and offers immediate start dates.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications:
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications; ADN or BSN degree; valid nursing license in the state of practice; candidate must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; 1+ year of clinical experience in medical-surgical or telemetry nursing. - Schedule:
Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week. - Additional Information:
Willingness to float between units; scrubs in dark navy blue; experience with MEDHOST electronic medical record system. - Submission Requirements:
Must include permanent home address on the application. Travelers are required to meet specified experience and proximity criteria; submissions missing necessary details such as the home address will be rejected.
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
Cross Country Job ID #1338937. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry
About 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus