Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Independence, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse, located in Independence, MO. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on patient assessment, intervention, and stabilization. The position offers a guaranteed 48-hour workweek over a scheduled term starting September 28, 2026, through December 28, 2026.
Job Details
- Position Description: Emergency Room (ER) Nurse at a facility with a 40-bed emergency department, staffing over 120 professionals including registered nurses, advanced paramedics, and support staff. Responsibilities include performing IV starts, phlebotomy, cardiac monitoring and interpretation, and other emergency procedures.
- Required Qualifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, CPI certifications; current licensed RN; minimum 1 year of experience providing emergency care; location in the identified city or state; minimum 0 years of experience.
- Schedule: Evening shifts, 12 hours per day, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Candidates should have adaptability and experience working under pressure within a high-volume emergency department. Previous medical experience such as RN, Medic, or Technician is preferred. Outgoing and positive personality traits are ideal for this role.
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 #1308541. 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