Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Medford, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse in a Level 2 Trauma Center for a healthcare provider overseeing a busy ER department. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in a 29-bed facility with a dedicated team of professionals, including RNs and emergency medical technicians, in a fast-paced environment. The position requires at least one year of experience in an acute patient care setting to ensure readiness to handle a broad spectrum of emergency issues.
Job Details
- Position Description: This ER RN position involves working in a 29-bed emergency department connected to the electronic health record system, providing urgent care for trauma, stroke, STEMI, respiratory distress, and other critical conditions. The unit is staffed with three RNs per shift, along with EMTs and paramedics assisting as needed.
- Required Qualifications: Valid certifications including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) by the American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support (BLS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). A minimum of one year of experience as an emergency department RN is required.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week. The shift schedule is set for every other weekend, with potential holiday requirements depending on contract extensions.
- Additional Information: The role involves managing approximately 140-150 patients per day with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, acuity permitting. The position includes working with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing Philips monitors, drawing labs, and participating in patient care activities aligned with emergency protocols. Orientation includes two unit-specific shifts to acclimate new staff.
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 #1332671. 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