Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Emergency Room Nurse in Waterloo, Iowa. This role involves providing critical nursing care in the emergency department setting, supporting patient stabilization and ongoing treatment. The position requires adherence to hospital protocols and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour hours, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), one year of experience in emergency nursing, Iowa residence or ability to work in Iowa, and applicable licensure for the state of Iowa.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM), and experience working in a high-volume emergency department.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The position requires candidates to work every third weekend and every third holiday, with start date on 08/24/2026. Candidates must be capable of managing a fast-paced emergency care environment and following all safety and clinical protocols.

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

Posted Date:

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