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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical With Telemetry Joplin, MO: The registered nurse provides comprehensive care for patients with medical-cardiac conditions, post-cardiac catheterization needs, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, pacemakers, and other medical overflow diagnoses. The role requires strong clinical judgment, teamwork, flexibility, and accountability in coordinating safe, patient-centered care.

Job Details Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weekend and call requirements may apply. Night-shift orientation occurs on day shift, and availability for the full orientation week is required.

Required Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse license or eligibility for licensure in Missouri; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA); National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification; at least 2 years of experience in stepdown or intensive care in an acute-care setting; competency with insulin infusions, Precedex, titrated nitroglycerin, Cardizem, and BiPAP.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience caring for postoperative surgical patients and trauma patients in a stepdown setting.

Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Provides patient care utilizing the nursing process. Maintains professional accountability and patient confidentiality. Evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates care with other departments. Cares for patients with cardiac and medical conditions, including post-cardiac catheterization patients, stable myocardial infarction patients, cardiac interventions, atrial fibrillation, congestive heart failure, pacemaker insertions, non-titrated cardiac infusions, and general medical overflow. Black scrubs or approved black uniform attire are required. Flu vaccination or an approved exemption is required for assignments during the applicable seasonal period; declinations are not accepted.

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 1346291. 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