Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,735 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

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 is seeking a travel nurse RN ED – Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Walnut Creek, California. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ER setting with rotating start times and 12-hour shifts.

Requirements include CA RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS/ENPC, NIHSS, and at least 2 years ER experience with EPIC EMR. Start date 10/06/2026 and end date 01/03/2027. Travel not required for this assignment, housing options available.

Qualifications

• Valid California RN license.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association).
• PALS or ENPC required.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• 2+ years ER experience.
• Superior references.
• EPIC EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ER setting.
• Manage a high patient turnover and prioritize care.
• Assist with ambulance triage at the bedside.

Skills

Critical thinking

EPIC EMR experience

ER nursing experience

Strong references

Tools

EPIC EMR system

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Walnut Creek, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• 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