Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) registered nurse position is available in an advanced healthcare facility. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric patients with a variety of medical and surgical diagnoses in a fast-paced environment. The position requires collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Job Details
- Position Description: Day/Evening, 12-hour shifts, 0700 - 1930, with weekend and holiday rotations based on operational needs.
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license or compact RN license, BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), at least two years of recent inpatient acute care experience in a Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) setting, and experience with Epic electronic health record system. Traveler must pass Telemetry interpretation testing prior to start.
- Schedule: Shift time: Days, 12 hours; Minimum hours per week: 36.0.
- Additional Information: Nurse will care for adult and geriatric patients with medical and surgical diagnoses such as pneumonia, diabetes mellitus, infections, hypertension, chest pain, heart failure, falls, and postoperative care for joints, neuro spine, bariatric, endocrine, and more. The unit supports interdisciplinary teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation, pharmacy, and social services. Travelers are required to float as needed.
- Certifications: BLS, WI RN or compact RN license.
- Submittal Requirements: Successful completion of strict Pass/Fail telemetry testing exam in adult and pediatric categories, with two attempts allowed. Failure to pass after three attempts requires submission of a cardiac interpretation review course certificate, and the assignment will be canceled if unsuccessful.
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 #1337652. 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