Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,470 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Merced, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse - General Healthcare Facility - Various Locations. This position involves providing high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced hospital environment. The ER Nurse will be responsible for delivering patient-centered care, responding to medical emergencies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details

• Position Description: The ER Nurse will support a 33-bed unit equipped with cardiac monitors, managing an average of 210 patients. The role involves working in a trauma-certified emergency department with a focus on routine and critical cases, including STEMIs, hemorrhagic strokes, and pediatric emergencies. Responsibilities include thorough documentation, adhering to EMTALA regulations, and ensuring effective communication with patients and staff.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; minimum of 2 years of emergency room experience; active licenses to submit; Cerner EMR experience preferred or eligible for testing out of Cerner training; valid residency in the specified location; ability to work a 12-hour shift with at least 36 hours per week.
• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weekend and holiday rotations required.
• Additional Information: The unit utilizes self-scheduling with potential rebalancing; travel team assignments are available but scheduling cannot be guaranteed; hospital follows strict emergency care protocols, including stroke and trauma certification requirements; orientation includes up to six shifts with a preceptor; no float outside of ER is required; and gown color is navy blue.

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 #1338569. 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 / 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