Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Nashville, Tennessee.

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 Telemetry) nurse position is available in a forensics inpatient unit. Located in the facility, this role involves caring for the incarcerated population, with responsibilities including monitoring telemetry strips, managing medical needs, and ensuring patient safety during night shifts.

Job Details Required Qualifications: Certifications in BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA), NIHSS, and CPI (or MAB); current licensure as a health care professional; ability to care for incarcerated patients; reading telemetry strips; minimum of 2 years of recent experience within the past three years; availability to work weekends and holidays; compliance clearance required 10 days prior to orientation.

Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours shift, minimum 36 hours per week.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience within a forensic or correctional facility setting.

Additional Information: No holiday RTO is approved. HCPs will be granted one holiday off, selected at random. The assignment includes floating within scope of practice. Orientation is scheduled for Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, and Medical/Surgical Telemetry units. Candidates must be reliable, transparent, and punctual; eligibility for charge or preceptor duties may be required and will be reflected on the timesheet. Failure to pass hydration or arrhythmia tests during testing may result in cancellation.

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 Posted Date: 2026-10-25 Cross Country Job ID 1310155. 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