About this opportunity
Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,470 per week opportunity in merced, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Merced, California.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 18 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, evenings
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse Location: Not Specified. This role involves providing acute emergency care to diverse patient populations within a busy ER setting. The position requires clinical expertise, strong documentation skills, and adherence to hospital protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes during evening shifts.
Job Details
Position Description: ER Nurse responsible for managing a variety of trauma and emergency cases in a hospital with a 33-bed ER unit, including triage and cardiac monitor rooms.
Required Qualifications: Certifications in ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; minimum of 2 years of ER experience; valid license to submit.
Schedule: Evening shifts, 12 hours per shift, at least 36 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Cerner electronic medical record system, recent Cerner experience preferred, and certification in stroke care.
Additional Information: The ER handles an average of 210 patients, with stroke-certified care. The unit operates 24/7 with a charge nurse available around the clock, and the facility is a base hospital for EMS. The role includes 2 weekend shifts every 4 weeks and 2 out of 3 holiday shifts, with a start date of 11/09/2026 and end date of 03/15/2027. The unit utilizes GE telemedicine, and there are no float requirements outside of the ER.
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 . 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.
Benefits401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
merced, CA, 95343, US
Who can apply
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