Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Big Sky, Montana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Emergency Room Registered Nurse in Big Sky, Montana. This position involves providing patient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, adhering to clinical guidelines and protocols.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Current Montana Licensure (Registered Nurse), American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification, American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification, competence in and a willingness to practice modified primary nursing, 1 year emergency nursing or critical care experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing.
• Essential Job Functions: Collects comprehensive patient data, analyzes assessment outcomes, develops and implements individualized care plans, promotes health and safety, collaborates with patients and families, and integrates ethical and research considerations into practice.
• Stroke Competency: Compliance with hospital policies and participation in annual stroke and trauma-related education.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, professionalism, ability to thrive in a busy environment, decision-making skills, confidentiality, emotional intelligence, and effective teamwork.
• Schedule Requirements: Regular attendance with potential for working beyond standard hours, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, twist, reach, push, pull, and perform fine-finger movements continuously. Visual and cognitive skills necessary for data analysis and decision-making.
• Exposures: Bloodborne pathogens, radiation, chemicals, infectious diseases, and emotionally challenging situations.
• Additional Information: Facility reserves the right to cancel shifts due to low census or unforeseen circumstances. Candidates must reside at least 90 miles from the facility to qualify for this position.

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 # . 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 / Emergency Room

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