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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
nEmergency Room (ER) Nurse Location: Area within a 60-mile radius of the designated zone. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in a Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center, treating an average of 100 patients per day. The position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment supporting a diverse patient population.
nJob Details
nnPosition Description: ER nurse supporting acute care within a Level II Trauma Center and Stroke Center. The role includes working nights on 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
nRequired Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support (BLS) from the AHA, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC). Healthcare professionals must have at least 2 years of experience in emergency nursing, with current licensure to practice in the state.
nSchedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
nAdditional Information: The ER deals with common diagnoses such as abdominal pain, diabetes, NSTEMI, pneumonia, trauma, and stroke. The team includes charge nurses, techs supporting triage, and 24/7 availability of respiratory therapists who perform ABGs, breathing treatments, and EKGs. RN staff are expected to interpret telemetry strips and perform point-of-care lab testing after training. The unit operates with a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:4-5 based on acuity. The facility allows self-scheduling and may require floating within a designated zone.
n nBenefits
nnThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Cross Country Job ID # . 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
Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80509, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.