Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse position in Carlsbad. This 13-week assignment is available immediately, offering night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. The role involves providing critical care to patients in a Level 3 Trauma Emergency Department, with floating within the nurses scope, including possible assignments in ICU. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong assessment skills, medication administration proficiency, and knowledge of safety standards, with at least 2 years of ER experience.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 6:30 PM 7:00 AM; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in emergency nursing, valid ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC certifications; NRP preferred; ability to work in the Emergency Department and adapt to floating assignments within the scope and experience of the nurse; location requirements as per state regulations; valid licensure and clinical competency in emergency nursing
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a Level 3 Trauma Emergency Department; familiarity with MedHost (EDIS) electronic medical record system
- Additional Information: Fingerprints for all travel personnel are required by the state; specified blackout dates include 1 Summer and 1 Winter, based on departmental needs; maximum of 1 RTO request per schedule with a 6-week scheduling window; no blocked scheduling or 48-hour guarantees; scrub color is not specified and full uniform required; emphasis on critical thinking, scientific judgment, leadership, and continuous education in emergency nursing
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 #1306298. 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