Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,200 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room Holding Area RN in a hospital setting. This role involves managing adult patients in a specialized observation unit with a focus on assessment, documentation, IV management, phlebotomy, EKG, cardiac monitoring, point of care testing, splinting, critical thinking, and patient education. The position requires rotating shifts including days, evenings, and nights, along with every-other-weekend coverage.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, current RN license in the state, and at least 2 years of experience working in a similar adult emergency or observation unit across at least two different locations.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced emergency department or observation setting, proficiency in assessment and patient education, and familiarity with electronic medical record systems such as Epic, Asap, and Clin doc.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The position involves working within a 16-bed observation unit dedicated to adult patients, with a patient census typically ranging from 10 to 16. Candidates must be able to read tele strips and demonstrate general emergency nursing skills.

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 #1302702. 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 Holding Area

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