Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,510 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse Location: Not Specified. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced ER setting. The nurse will manage a variety of trauma, stroke, STEMI, and pediatric cases, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Job Details

• Position Description: Emergency Room (ER) nursing within an acute care setting, focusing on trauma, stroke, STEMI cases, and pediatric patients. The department features 32 beds, 6 treatment chairs, and a designated psych/seclusion area, with a high patient volume.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications include Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), with Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of ER experience, relevant licenses, and the ability to work 12-hour night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., totaling at least 36 hours per week.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Cerner electronic medical record system, trauma level 3 certification, and prior travel ER experience are advantageous.
• Additional Information: ER staff includes physicians, midlevels, ER techs, patient sitters, and security personnel. Staff must interpret electronic monitoring strips, and candidates must be comfortable floating within the department as needed. Candidates must have at least 2 years of ER experience and be able to work every other weekend and rotating holidays.

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 #1325668. 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