Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,020 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN for the Emergency Department in Henderson, North Carolina. This travel assignment features 12-hour night shifts, a minimum of 36 hours per week, and a 13-week duration starting 10/12/2026.

The ER position requires an RN license with at least one year of emergency nursing experience and current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Rural, high-acuity setting with ~20 beds and 1:4 to 1:5 patient ratios.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license to practice in North Carolina.
• Minimum of 1 year of emergency nursing experience.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Preferred: peripheral IV placement and experience with high-acuity, rural ED.

Skills

Emergency nursing experience

RN license

Education

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

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

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 - Rural Emergency Department - Region's largest and most comprehensive ER with high acuity cases. Located in a rural setting, this position involves providing immediate, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. The role requires flexibility, excellent clinical skills, and the ability to manage diverse patient populations.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, one year minimum experience in emergency nursing, current certifications including BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
• Preferred Qualifications: Peripheral IV placement, Stroke, SEPSIS, STEMI experience.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: High-paced, high acuity, rural emergency department with approximately 20 beds and patient ratios of 1:4, surging up to 1:5. Candidates should be adaptable and able to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. The assignment runs from 10/12/2026 to 01/11/2027, with orientation scheduled on select dates as per the provided orientation schedule.

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 #1310243. 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