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: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse in an inpatient setting. This position involves providing specialized nursing care to adult patients requiring medical surgical and telemetry services. The role ensures patient safety, adherence to clinical standards, and effective patient management during scheduled shifts.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications; 1 or more years of clinical experience in Medical Surgical with Telemetry; educational background suitable for RN licensure; current RN license; must have a permanent home address on the submission; SSN must be included on the tax tab of the candidate's profile; experience with MEDHOST electronic medical record system; scrubs dark navy blue; minimum of 1 year of relevant clinical experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in wound care, MS/Tele, and adult inpatient care preferred
- Additional Information: This is a contracted position with an anticipated start date of 10/19/2026 and end date of 01/11/2027. The position may require coverage during block schedules with possible RTO blackout dates from 12/24 to 12/25. Candidates must be greater than 50 miles from the facility. Floating requirements are expected as needed. All travelers are expected to include a valid permanent home address and ensure SSN is correctly documented on the tax tab.
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 #1316923. 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