Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Laguna Hills, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) Location not specified. This role involves providing acute care in a fast-paced emergency setting, administering life-saving interventions, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Candidates with a minimum of 3 years of ER experience and current certifications are preferred to support clinical excellence and efficient patient care.
Job Details
- Position Description: ER RN providing emergency care in a facility that allows locals at the local rate. The shift is nights, with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); minimum of 3 years of ER experience, California license in hand, attached Nursys within 2 weeks, minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior charge experience, experience with arterial line management, blood product administration, ventilated patient care, stroke and trauma certification.
- Additional Information: Training modules in EPIC electronic charting system typically involve 8 hours of pre-start and orientation hours, recorded via certificates/transcripts. The candidate must have a valid California license, and RTO (Request Time Off) must be pre-approved and included at the time of submission. Candidates will be expected to float within the hospital according to census needs.
- Submission Requirements: Compliance with CA licensing, timely Nursys attachment, at least one reference within two years, and adherence to hospital census policies.
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 #1323213. 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