Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,050 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) Located in the area served by the organization, this ER RN position involves providing immediate and critical care to patients in a busy emergency department. The role requires a dedicated healthcare professional capable of handling fast-paced situations and working collaboratively with medical teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Active California RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS; proof of negative TB screen within 12 months of contract start date; 0 years of relevant experience required.
• Schedule: Day shifts from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, three 12-hour shifts weekly, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Position begins on 10/26/2026 and ends on 01/25/2027. Candidates are advised to check FurnishedFinder.com for housing options within a 30-mile radius of Arcata, including communities such as McKinleyville, Blue Lake, Eureka, and Westhaven.

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 #1332144. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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