Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.
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 Registered Nurse (ER RN) Rockford, Illinois. This position involves providing high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced environment. The ER RN will utilize clinical expertise to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes. Night shift scheduling includes a weekend and holiday rotation.
Job Details:
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois Registered Nurse (IL RN) license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associates degree in nursing from an accredited program, active BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS certifications, and either Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Triage Nursing Specialist (TNS) certification. At least 3 years of emergency room nursing experience. Education verification is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medical records systems, familiarity with departmental policies, and patient-focused care approach.
Additional Information: The ER RN will participate in department performance improvement activities, support department operations, and utilize critical thinking for patient safety. The role entails documentation according to standards of care, medication administration, patient assessments, and collaborative care planning.
Start Date: 08/24/2026
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
Posted Date: 2026-08-26
Cross Country Job ID #1280817. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rockford, IL
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
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Trauma-Neuro Intensive Care (TNCC)unmatched
Treatment Evaluationunmatched
Triage Nursingunmatched
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