Travel Emergency Room RN - $1,790 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN in ED for a Winston-Salem, NC assignment. The ER handles high-acuity trauma, stroke, and critical cases with strong support from ED techs, pharmacists, and physicians.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in a trauma center, active RN licensure, and certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC). Orientation provided and travel benefits included.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in NC or compact state.
• Minimum 2 years of trauma center experience.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC certifications.
• Location in or willingness to work within Winston-Salem area.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity trauma and emergency care.
• Collaborate with ED team to manage critically ill patients.
• Monitor, assess, and respond to rapidly changing conditions.
• Adhere to hospital protocols and patient safety standards.

Skills

ED nursing

Trauma experience

RN license

Education

RN licensure active

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

TNCC

Tools

Epic EMR

Alaris pumps

Omnicell

GE monitors

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Winston-salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Winston-salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse position in a regional trauma center located in Winston-Salem, NC. This fast-paced unit handles a wide variety of high-acuity trauma, stroke, STEMI, burn, and other critical cases, providing essential care for diverse patient diagnoses. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in a trauma center with a strong ability to manage emergency and acute care situations.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC certifications; minimum 2 years of trauma center experience; location in or willing to work within the designated area.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with trauma, stroke, STEMI, burn care, or critical care environments.
• Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Multi-trauma, gunshot wounds, stabbings, MVCs, MI, CVA, hypothermia, drownings, falls, conscious sedations, defibrillations, cardiac and respiratory arrests, sexual assault cases, overdoses, psychosis, pacing, ventilator management, blunt trauma.
• Patient Ratios: RN: 3:1 to 6:1 depending on clinical area and acuity; LPN: 4:1 to 6:1 based on clinical area and acuity.
• Certifications & Licenses: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC.
• Support within the Department: ED Techs performing ADLs, vital signs, catheter placements; unit secretary; charge nurse; 24/7 critical care pharmacist, paramedic staff, telemedicine support, hospitalist, intensivist, and specialized coordinators.
• Technology & Equipment: Epic Electronic Medical Record system; Alaris infusion pumps; Omnicell medication dispensing; Phillips monitors; GE Ultrasound and EKG machines; GE EFM for fetal monitoring.
• Floating: Possibility to float to the Emergency Department Transition Care Unit as needed.
• Orientation: Two-day departmental orientation provided.
• Other notes: Scrub color: royal blue; parking is free.
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• End Date: 01/02/2027

Benefits

• 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 #1318954. 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