Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room Nurse - Portland, Oregon. This position involves providing acute emergency care across diverse patient populations in a fast-paced, short-term acute care facility with a total of 73 beds. The role requires flexibility to float between units and facilities based on departmental needs, with an emphasis on critical skills in emergency services.
Job Details
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid licensure in the state of Oregon, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC certifications, minimum 2 years of experience in emergency nursing, and experience with charting in Epic.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with care for medical boarders, trauma level II certification, and familiarity with care for diverse patient populations including Neonates, Adolescents, Infants, Adults, Pediatrics, and Geriatrics.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to meet department needs, including units like Rapid Response and Behavioral Health.
- Additional Information: Must have a vehicle for this assignment. Candidates will be expected to work primarily in a high-acuity emergency setting, with responsibilities including advanced airway management, arterial line care, chest tube management, and rapid response participation. Flexibility to work holidays is required; all scheduling and RTO requests must be specified upfront during submittal.
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 #1296014. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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