Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Santa Cruz, 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, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse Night Shift Location: [Location unspecified]. This position involves providing emergency care within a busy ER setting, with an average of 150 patients daily. The role requires readiness to handle a diverse patient population, including adults and pediatrics, in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes acute and emergent treatment.
Job Details
- Position Description: The ER unit features 24 beds plus additional beds for mid-level staff fast track. The environment requires prompt, expert care for acute/emergent conditions, with transport to higher-level facilities for patients needing advanced care.
- Certifications and Experience: Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS. All candidates must have at least 2 years of experience working in emergency care.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Start times vary with shifts beginning at 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, or 7:00 PM.
- Additional Information: Staff work into the permanent rotation, with every other weekend required and holiday shifts included as part of the regular rotation. The ER is staffed 24/7 with radiology, pharmacy, and ventilator support available around the clock, and a hospitalist or intensivist team in-house.
- Charting System: Cerner FirstNet
- Licensing: License to submit required.
- Shift Notes: Start times range from 4 PM to 7 PM, accommodating various schedules.
- Patient Population: Predominantly acute/emergent cases including a homeless population, with high patient turnover. Patients requiring higher levels of care are transported out to a nearby medical center.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
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 #1338564. 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