Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,750 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks an Emergency Room RN for a travel assignment in Walnut Creek, CA. The ER RN will provide urgent care in a high-volume ED with Epic EHR usage and strong patient-care focus.

The role requires CA RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years ER experience, with EPIC experience preferred. Start 11/17/2026; End 02/20/2027; 36 hours/week, 12-hour shifts, evenings/nights.

Qualifications

• ER nursing experience required, including travel nursing preferred.
• Epic EHR proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent medical care in a fast-paced ER setting.
• Coordinate patient care with trauma and ED teams.
• Triage ambulance patients at bedside.

Skills

ER experience

Travel nursing

EPIC proficiency

Education

CA Licensure

BLS

ACLS

PALS

ENPC

NIHSS

Tools

EPIC

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: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, evenings, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) in the Emergency Room specialty is needed at a healthcare facility. The role involves providing urgent medical care in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on patient experience and nursing excellence. The position requires strong ER experience and Epic electronic health record (EHR) proficiency.

Job Details

• Position Description: ER RN must have strong emergency room experience and travel experience within a 50-mile radius. The shift rotates between 1 p.m. to 1 a.m., 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., and 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with candidates expected to work each scheduled shift.
• Certifications and Education: CA Licensure, BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association (AHA) only, PALS from AHA, or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), NIHSS. A minimum of 2 years of recent ER experience is required.
• Additional Qualifications: EPIC experience is required, with a demonstrated history of using EPIC in previous roles.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), 3-5 years of ER experience, trauma experience, and pediatrics experience are strongly preferred.
• Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m., 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., and 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., working a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• End Date: 02/20/2027
• Additional Information: The emergency department handles an average daily census of 190-200 patients with rapid patient turnover. Nurses triage ambulance patients bedside and work in a fast-paced environment requiring critical thinking. Patient demographic is generally well-educated, vocal about quality of care, and staff are expected to maintain high standards of clinical excellence.

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

Additional Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Cross Country Job ID #1335963. 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.