Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Long Beach, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse - Location: unspecified. This role involves providing high-quality emergent care within a Level 2 trauma center. The position requires managing a diverse patient population, including both adults and pediatric cases, with a focus on trauma and acute care.
Job Details:
- Position Description:
Responsible for delivering essential emergency nursing care in a fast-paced environment, including STEMI and CVA patient management. The unit features 5 beds in the fast track area, trauma bays, and a high patient volume of 55,000 visits per year. The ER serves patients with a wide range of conditions, including minor complaints and critical trauma cases, predominantly from low socioeconomic backgrounds, including homeless individuals with drug abuse issues. - Required Qualifications:
Certifications in ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and PALS. Valid nursing license accepted for submission. Minimum of 3 years of ER experience. - Schedule:
12-hour shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM, 11:30 AM to Midnight, 2:30 PM to 3:00 AM, or 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. - Additional Information:
Candidates must be available to work at least two of the three major holidays on a rotating schedule. The unit operates Cerner FirstNet electronic charting and includes a dedicated monitor station for ER nurses to read and interpret strips. The ER staff includes nurses, aides, paramedics, security, patient sitters, and medical MDs and midlevels. Orientation includes trauma modules, and the facility is a designated STEMI and CVA receiving center.
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 #1333555. 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