Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,945 per week (Hiring Immediately)

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: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse specializing in Emergency Room care in Alton, Illinois. This role involves providing high-quality emergency services during night shifts, with a focus on trauma and adult/pediatric emergent patients. The position demands dedicated healthcare professionals capable of managing a fast-paced environment with proficiency in various emergency procedures and certifications.

Job Details:

• Location: Alton, Illinois
• Shift Time: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Required Qualifications: Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS); certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI); current license in Missouri (MO) or a compact license; minimum of 2 years of emergency room experience, including at least 1 year of charge experience; 1 year of general emergency department experience; healthcare professional with experience in Blood Product Administration, Care of Ventilated Patients, CVA management, Emergency Medications, Pediatric/Emergency Department procedures, Dysrhythmia interpretation, and IV start/maintenance.
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPI, NIHSS, NRP, PALS
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
• Additional Information:
  • COVID-19 vaccination not required
  • Flu vaccine required, with medical/religious exemption only
  • No more than 7 days of remaining time off (RTO) allowed after submission, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
  • License in hand required at the time of submittal, matching the professional's permanent residence unless actively updating for an ETA
  • Vaccinations and license details must be completed prior to start date
  • No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius, except for specific roles such as Patient Care Technicians, Certified Nurse Assistants, and Medical Assistants
  • Floating within the designated service line is required
  • Completion of compliance modules within specified deadlines is mandatory

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 #1278126. 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus