Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,155 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse - Tacoma, WA. The healthcare provider is seeking experienced ER nurses to join a high-acuity, Level II Trauma Center with a designated Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The role involves managing a diverse patient population with a wide range of acuity levels, including trauma, sepsis, COVID-19, stroke, and mental health cases. The shift is scheduled for nights, offering an opportunity to provide critical care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Location: Tacoma, WA
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, with flexibility to switch during the contract; weekend rotation every other week; up to 5 days off are permissible.
• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB); 1 year of strong Emergency Department experience; ability to interpret cardiac rhythms, perform IV skills, and manage drips, medications, and procedural sedation; experience with blood administration and cardiac medications; certification in traveler competency exam (to be completed prior to assignment).
• Support on the Unit: ER technical support for glucose checks and splinting, with additional resources such as charge nurses, resource/float nurses (pending staffing), security, and 24/7 pharmacy services.
• Charting System/Equipment: Epic electronic medical record system, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing system (central and bedside), telemetry monitoring.
• Orientation: First day includes badge and Epic training, meeting with educator, followed by a 12-hour shift with preceptor.
• Additional Information: The facility is a patient-centric, high-acuity setting managing a wide spectrum of illnesses and trauma cases. Safety and adherence to clinical protocols are emphasized throughout the assignment.

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 #1282107. 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