Travel Emergency Room RN - $1,945 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room Nurse, Emergency Room specialty, located in Illinois. This role involves providing acute care in a hospital setting, managing a diverse patient population, and delivering high-quality emergency services. The position is scheduled for dayshift, with a focus on patient assessment, stabilization, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Details

• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPI, NIHSS, NRP, and PALS required; current license in Illinois needed at time of submittal.
• Education Requirements: No specific degree requirements listed.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in emergency nursing; 2 years preferred.
• Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an emergency department with charting experience on Epic system, trauma experience, and familiarity with emergency procedures.
• Additional Information: The scheduled shift is days, with a guaranteed minimum of 36 hours per week, for contract duration from 11/02/2026 to 01/25/2027. No float within scope required or specified. No on-call requirement. Must meet all certification and licensing requirements prior to start date.

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 #1332170. 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