Emergency Department Nurse

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse - Wausau, WI. This position involves providing high-quality emergency nursing care in a fast-paced trauma level II environment. The role requires independent work and resilience, with specific focus on trauma, neuro, cardiac, pediatrics, geriatrics, and respiratory care.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour days, shifts starting at , , or , with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: WI RN License, BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS- ARC or AH A; a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, including trauma Level II experience; associate degree or certificate; prior travel experience preferred but not required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree.
• Float: Float rotation may be required to other locations including Merrill, Antigo, Medford, and Stanley.
• Additional Information: The clinical environment includes a trauma level II, 18-bed unit with stroke certification, cardiac, neuro, pediatrics, geriatrics, and respiratory care. Candidate must be a hard worker, resilient, adaptable to change, and able to manage independently. Charting is performed using EPIC system, with on-site lab, medication dispenser, and x-ray staff. RN responsibilities include drawing labs and administering neb treatments. During flu season, decliners of flu and COVID vaccinations are required to wear masks at all times.
• Start Date: 08/17/2026

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 # . 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