Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/04/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Telemetry (TELE) nurse position in the Chicago, Illinois area. This role involves providing specialized patient care within the telemetry unit, with scheduled night shifts. The position offers a temporary assignment lasting approximately three months, suitable for experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) with background in telemetry and a commitment to delivering quality care.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights, 36 hours weekly
Required Qualifications: RN Illinois license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS); minimum 0 years of experience, with 3+ years of telemetry experience preferred; past traveler experience is a plus; candidates must submit a resume, skills, two references, active certifications, and license credentials prior to start.
Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of telemetry experience.
Additional Information: This role requires the nurse to float to other medical-surgical/telemetry units as needed. The initial orientation will be on the unit, lasting six hours. The contract length is 8 weeks, beginning on 10/04/2026, with a scheduled end date of 01/24/2027. No on-call responsibilities are involved.
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 #1319606. 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 / 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, IL
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
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