Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lubbock, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) Registered Nurse (RN) position in Lubbock, Texas. This role involves working on a 30-bed orthopedic trauma unit, providing post-op care management, blood administration, and wound vac management. The position requires float between units, on-call availability, weekend coverage, and adherence to established patient ratios.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid Texas RN license, at least 1 year of relevant experience in MS/Telemetry, Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); experience with orthopedic trauma units, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, use of Rapid Response/Code teams, peripheral line care, oxygen administration, blood product administration, wound care, and post-surgical care required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in trauma or orthopedic units, experience with electronic medical record systems, and travel experience preferred.
- Float: Float rotation may be required between units.
- Additional Information: Responsibilities include post-op care management, blood transfusions, wound vac application, and orthopedic trauma procedures including traction and joint replacements. The unit provides interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and transportation.
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 #1298553. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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