Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,185 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Emergency Room Nurse in Madison, Wisconsin. This position involves providing acute care in a fast-paced emergency department environment, working with both adult and pediatric patient populations. The role requires clinical expertise in emergency medicine and the ability to handle a wide range of urgent clinical presentations.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Wisconsin RN license or Compact RN license, a minimum of two (2) years of emergency department experience within the last three years, BLS, PALS, ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association, TNCC certification, Epic charting system experience, and valid certifications as listed above.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience, trauma center experience (Level I or II), community hospital experience, and patient ratio experience.
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, RN license.
• Additional Information: Candidates must pass a telemetry test prior to start with two attempts allowed. The test evaluates identification of lethal rhythms and understanding of third-degree heart blocks. The position entails working in a Level IV Trauma Center designated emergency department serving a daily census of approximately 130 patients across 20 exam rooms and vertical care spaces. Floating may be required as needed.
• Location: 4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718. Free parking is available onsite. The department functions as a critical entry point to the health system, providing comprehensive emergency care in a high-volume, trauma designated, Pediatric Ready Center.

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 #1283062. 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