Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse in Eureka, California. This position involves providing acute care in a high-volume emergency department, supporting diverse patient populations including neonates, adolescents, infants, adults, children, and geriatrics. The role requires excellent clinical skills, flexibility, and the ability to work nights, contributing to the organization's commitment to high-quality patient care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid California license, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC preferred (may be sent as screening if willing to obtain prior to start), latest certifications, experience in pediatric emergency departments or triage units preferred, minimum of 1-year healthcare experience, specific charting experience with Epic required, completion of 12 orientation hours.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with interdisciplinary support teams such as physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, lift teams, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and Unit Secretary.
- Additional Information:
Travelers may be required to float within the hospital or to affiliated facilities nearby. Candidates should be prepared to work 2 out of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year). References covering at least one year (six months for CNAs) are required, and candidates must submit SSN, DOB, and RTO details at the time of submission. A valid California license must be in hand, and a local radius of 50 miles applies. The position involves onboarding and annual modules with self-reported hours, averaging 16 hours in pre-start modules, with additional hours requiring prior approval.
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 #1295024. 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