Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,185 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Maine; On-site; USD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED for Presque Isle, Maine. Start 11/09/2026, duration 13 weeks, nights 12h, 36h per week.

Requires BLS/ACLS/PALS; TNCC/NRP preferred; 2+ years ER experience; duties include trauma, stroke and critical care with a multi-shift team. Orientation includes hospital/unit days and a preceptor, in a welcoming ED setting.

Qualifications

• Valid BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications; TNCC and NRP preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years ER nursing experience.
• Strong skills in EKGs, IV starts, nebulizer treatments, vent management, suture removal, and casting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ER care for a diverse patient population including neonates to geriatrics.
• Handle trauma, stroke, STEMI, behavioral health and other critical conditions.
• Coordinate with night/day staff and support teams in a busy ED.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC (preferred)

NRP (preferred)

ER experience (2+ yrs)

EKG proficiency

IV starts

Vent management

Suture removal

Casting assistance

Charge nurse prep

Tools

FirstNet system

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) nurses are sought for a facility located in Presque Isle, Maine. This role involves providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population, including neonates through geriatrics, with a focus on trauma, stroke, STEMI, behavioral health, and other critical conditions. The position begins on 11/09/2026 and continues through 02/06/2027, offering a nights shift schedule.

Job Details:

• Location: Presque Isle, Maine
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC (preferred), NRP (preferred) certifications; minimum of 2 years of ER nursing experience; strong skills in EKGs, IV starts, nebulizer treatments, vent management, suture removal, assisting with casting, and preparation for charge nurse roles.
• Experience with charge nurse responsibilities, especially in trauma or emergency settings, is highly valued.
• Patient care includes neonates to geriatrics, with a variety of cases such as trauma, stroke, behavioral health, and cardiac emergencies.
• Support staff include night and day shift emergency department technicians, mid-level providers, hospitalists, and a critical care transport team.
• Orientation: Two days of hospital and unit-specific orientation, plus one day with a preceptor.
• Staffing includes multiple nursing shifts with a stable team, and charting is performed in the FirstNet system.
• Float: None required.
• Additional Information: No specific mention of the facility's scrubs color policy; onsite locker/changing room and gym available. Free parking provided. The unit and hospital foster a welcoming community environment.

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 #1321733. 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