Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Merced, California.
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 healthcare facility located in the region. This position involves providing high-quality emergency care to a diverse patient population in a busy hospital setting. The role requires expertise in trauma, stroke, pediatrics, and routine ER procedures, contributing to patient stabilization and care coordination.
Job Details
- Position: Emergency Room (ER) Nurse
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- End Date: 01/25/2027
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale)
- Education & Experience: Valid RN license, minimum of 2 years of ER experience, Cerner EMR experience preferred.
- Unit Details: 33-bed ER with 25 cardiac monitor-equipped rooms, triage bays staffed with midlevels, RNs, or LVNs, capable of managing up to 210 patients per day
- Staffing: Charge nurse available 24/7, ER Techs with EMT, MA, or CNA experience perform tech duties and EKGs
- Additional responsibilities: Proper documentation, adherence to EMTALA regulations, handling ER holds, and managing stroke-certified patients with specialized protocols
- Float: Float rotation may be required for the ER unit as needed
- Other notes: Must have strong documentation skills, Cerner EMR experience preferred, and ability to work in a fast-paced emergency setting
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 #1329479. 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