Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) in Ithaca, New York. This bedside patient care position involves working in a busy unit that includes ICU, intermediate care, Med/Surg, Telemetry, and Emergency Department settings. The role requires delivering high-quality care while adhering to facility protocols and safety standards.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in BLS and ACLS preferred; minimum 2 years of ICU experience, or 1 year of Med/Surg/Tele experience, or 2 years of Emergency Department experience with triage and charge nurse experience; relevant education or degrees for nursing practice; location in Ithaca, NY; 0 years of minimum experience
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic electronic health record system
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: Candidates must have at least two of the three competency areas: ICU, Med/Surg/Tele, or ED. This position involves bedside patient care with a focus on patient safety and clinical excellence. Working every other weekend and holiday is required, with support from a lightly assigned charge nurse and a dedicated triage nurse in the ED.
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 #1289751. 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