Travel RN - Emergency Room - Rotating Shift

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Walnut Creek, California.
Job Description & Requirements Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Walnut Creek, California.
Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/06/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary The Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse (RN) position is based in an emergency healthcare setting. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong critical thinking skills and the ability to manage a high patient turnover. The position is suitable for experienced RNs comfortable with electronic medical record systems and capable of handling diverse patient needs.
Job Details Specialty: Emergency Room
Shift: 12-hour shifts with rotating start times at 5:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM. The schedule includes a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid California licensed registered nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (American Heart Association only), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (American Heart Association only) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, at least 2 years of recent ER experience, superior references, EPIC electronic medical record system experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), 3-5 years of ER experience, trauma experience, pediatric experience.
Travel: Not required
Float: Not required
Additional Information: The ER has a daily patient census of approximately 190-200 with rapid patient discharge and occasional inpatient admissions. Nurses must be able to critically think, manage a high-paced environment, and handle ambulance triage at the bedside. The patient population is generally well-educated, with a focus on nursing excellence and patient experience.
Start Date: 10/06/2026
End Date: 01/03/2027
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 #1316835. 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

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