Travel Emergency Room RN - $3,140 per week

Cross Country Nurses; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/Free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a Travel RN - ED (Emergency Department) for a night shift in San Luis Obispo, California. The role involves high-quality acute care, triage, treatment, and discharge planning for diverse patients from newborns to geriatrics.

Requirements include an RN license for CA, 1 year of acute care, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and TNCC within 6 months. EMR experience with Cerner is preferred. Travel benefits apply, with CNA representation.”

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in nursing; BSN preferred.
• One year of recent acute care experience.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required or in progress; TNCC within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate triage and notify physicians of critical changes.
• Review patient orders and provide patient education in a timely manner.
• Administer medications and manage IV therapy.
• Interpret ECG rhythms and respond to Code Blue and trauma activations.

Skills

Triage

Patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

IV therapy

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

TNCC within 6 months

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

ED - Emergency Department

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

09/28/2026

Duration:

13 weeks48 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, nights

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Summary:Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in a coastal region of Central California. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care in a busy emergency department, including triage, treatment, and discharge procedures for a diverse patient population ranging from newborns to geriatrics. The position is represented by CNA and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on acute patient care.

Job Details:Schedule: Night shifts, working 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• one year of recent acute care experience
• valid RN license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from an approved vendor
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from an approved vendor
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within 6 months of hire or transfer
• facility-specific BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience with Cerner system

Preferred Qualifications: None specified.

Additional Information

• Must complete accurate triage assessments on all patients and notify the emergency attending physician of any abnormal signs, symptoms, or vital signs 100% of the time.
• Responsible for timely review and completion of patient orders, patient education, and recognition of symptoms indicating cardiac or respiratory distress.
• Competent in medication administration, IV therapy, care of indwelling catheters, and use of critical care medical equipment.
• Demonstrates proficiency in interpreting ECG rhythms, managing Code Blue and trauma activations, and ensuring safety and quality control checks are performed regularly.

BenefitsThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1318511. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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 planReferral bonus