Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,130 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN in the ED for a 13-week assignment in Madison, Wisconsin. You will provide urgent care in a Level I Trauma Center, coordinating with diverse teams to deliver high-quality emergency treatment.

Requirements include WI RN license (or compact), 2+ years in ED (adult and pediatric), Epic EHR, and BLS/PALS/ACLS/TNCC. Night 12-hour shifts with health benefits and housing options offered.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin RN license or Compact license required.
• Minimum 2 years ED experience in adult and pediatric populations.
• Epic EHR experience required.
• BLS, PALS, ACLS and TNCC certifications required.
• Charge nurse and Level II Trauma Center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent and emergent care to high-acuity patients in the ER.
• Collaborate with specialties, EMS, and regional hospitals for advanced care.
• Work 12-hour night shifts with at least 36 hours per week.
• Complete telemetry exam before start with at least 80% accuracy.
• Float rotation may be required.

Skills

ED nursing experience

Wisconsin RN license

Telemetry knowledge

BLS

PALS

ACLS

TNCC

Epic EHR experience

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Job Title

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

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 position located in Madison, WI. This role involves providing urgent and emergent care to a high acuity patient population in a designated Level I Trauma Center. The ER team coordinates closely with specialty services, emergency medical teams, and regional hospitals to deliver advanced care for complex conditions.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) or Compact State RN license, two years of Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last three years including adult and pediatric populations, Epic electronic health record experience, additional certifications including BLS, PALS, ACLS (American Heart Association), and TNCC.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience and Level II Trauma Center experience.

Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Traveler will be required to pass a telemetry examination prior to start, demonstrating knowledge of lethal rhythms with at least 80% accuracy in both adult and pediatric assessments.

Facility operates as a Magnet-designated hospital, ranked as Wisconsins #1 hospital.

Transportation options include permit parking via UW Transportation or other available options.

Assignment spans from 10/12/2026 to 01/11/2027, with orientation hours totaling 20.

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 #1318115. 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.

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