Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,115 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Emergency Room (ER) Nursing position is located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This role involves providing high-quality patient care within the emergency department, supporting the surgical and clinical team through various nursing responsibilities. The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and evidence-based clinical practice to ensure positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Position: Emergency Room Nurse
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: RN required; BSN preferred; 2 years of ER experience; valid PA Registered Nurse license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; PA Act 31, PA Act 33, PA Act 34, PA Act 73 certifications
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Additional Information: The ER Nurse will perform a variety of tasks, including patient assessment, stabilization, and collaboration with the healthcare team. The role demands critical thinking, effective communication, patient education, and adherence to safety protocols to maintain a high standard of care.

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 #1287306. 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