Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 9 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room. The position provides specialized emergency care to infants, children, and young adults in urgent medical need. The role requires strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and care-coordination skills while supporting patient safety and high-quality clinical practice.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited or National League for Nursing-approved registered nursing program.
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- District of Columbia registered nurse license.
- Two years of full-time or three years of part-time experience in an acute care setting.
- Recent pediatric experience.
- Additional Information:
- Provides specialized nursing care to infants, children, and young adults requiring urgent medical attention.
- Delivers patient-centered care and coordinates care in accordance with applicable policies, standards, and clinical practices.
- Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Maintains effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Remains calm and focused during high-pressure situations.
- Upholds high standards of patient care and safety.
- Demonstrates a sustained commitment to employment and team stability.
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 #1345450. 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