Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,335 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a Travel RN in ED for nights in Olympia Fields, Illinois. This travel assignment offers 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum 36 hours per week and a 13-week duration.

The RN must hold a current state license, BLS and ACLS, with at least one year in acute or critical care. CCRN is preferred. You’ll provide high-quality emergency care, manage urgent cases, and collaborate with physicians and teams in a fast-paced ER setting.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois valid for practice.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Minimum 1 year in acute or critical care setting.
• COVID vaccination/boosters preferred.
• CCRN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care using nursing process in ER.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate patient treatment.
• Communicate with physicians about patient status and results.
• Monitor hemodynamics and respond to emergencies.
• Float between ICU and Telemetry as needed.

Skills

RN License (State)

BLS

ACLS

Education

RN License (Illinois)

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

COVID vaccination/ boosters

CCRN Certification

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Olympia Field, Illinois.

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 (RN) Night shift. Located at the healthcare provider, this position involves providing high-quality emergency care within a critical care environment. The RN will be responsible for delivering safe patient care, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient treatment while maintaining standards of care in the ER setting.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Current and valid state RN License, BLS, ACLS, minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital or critical care setting, COVID vaccination/boosters (preferred).
• Preferred Qualifications: Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification.
• Responsibilities: Deliver safe patient care utilizing the nursing process; provide direct patient care within scope of practice; guide patient/family teaching; communicate with physicians regarding patients clinical condition, hemodynamic monitoring, diagnostic results, and symptomatology; respond rapidly to changes in patient status; maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Additional Information: Float between ICU and Telemetry units may be required. The candidate must be prepared to work in a fast-paced ER environment, demonstrating proficiency in strip interpretation, drip titration, and managing acute emergencies.
• Submission Requirements: Prime Resume, Prime Reference #1, Prime Reference #2, Skills Checklist.

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 #1308714. 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