Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,970 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ED - Emergency DepartmentDiscipline: RNStart Date: 08/03/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelJob Summary: Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse position located in Alexandria, Louisiana. The role involves providing high-acuity patient care in a fast-paced environment, managing a heavy caseload of strokes, cardiovascular issues, diabetes, wounds, behavioral health, and sepsis cases. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.Job Details:Location: Alexandria, LouisianaSpecialty: Emergency Room (ER)Start Date: July 6, 2026Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per weekRequired Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (preferred)RN License in state of employment or compactBLS (Basic Life Support) certification required from AHAACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required from AHAPALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification required from AHATNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) requiredCPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card requiredRN License in state of employment or compactPreferred Qualifications: 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferredAdditional Information: Very high acuity unit with on-site security 24/7Contractors will handle a heavy case load including strokes, cardiovascular, diabetes, wounds, behavioral health, sepsis, and some trauma.No floating is required.Every other weekend work is required.No on-call duties.Approximately 4 patients per nurse ratio.Involves independent clinical practice, complex patient care, and delegation.Orientation and competency validations are required within the first 30 days and annually thereafter.Benefits: The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE creditsCross Country Job ID #1268396. 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 RoomAbout Cross Country NursesYou 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.Benefits401k retirement planReferral bonus