Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Sanford, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/04/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Emergency Room (ER) Nursing position at a 137-bed acute care hospital located in Sanford, North Carolina. This role involves providing emergency nursing care across a busy emergency department that serves patients of all ages. The position offers a dynamic environment requiring quick thinking, multitasking, and teamwork to deliver quality patient care.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a weekly guarantee of 36 hours.
Required Qualifications: Valid certifications including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and de-escalation training (Health and Wellness Certification, Crisis Prevention Institute, or Modified Aggression Management). Minimum of 2 years of emergency nursing experience required; valid license and current certifications are mandatory.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in emergency medicine, psychiatric emergency room, and familiarity with common diagnoses such as COPD, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), sepsis, cardiac emergencies, neurological emergencies, and stroke.
Additional Information: Unit has 21 beds, including telemetry, behavioral health, and fast-track rooms. Patient ratios are approximately 1:5. The department is equipped with emergency medical equipment and uses Cerner electronic health record system.
Shift Details: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week, starting on 10/04/2026 and ending on 01/03/2027.
Float Requirements: Float rotation may be required as needed.
Qualifications: Must have experience in emergency nursing, trauma, resuscitation, IV therapy, blood product administration, telemetry/EKG, and oxygen demand support.
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 #1322906. 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.