Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Altoona, PA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,955/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care345 beds

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,955/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Description

As an emergency room nurse (RN ER), you will be the first line of defense for patients who require any type of urgent medical care. You will treat patients who are suffering from trauma, injury or severe medical conditions. Working quickly to assess the condition of the patient, you will provide necessary care, monitor health conditions, administer medicine, and utilize medical equipment. Once the patient is stabilized and their medical problem is treated, you will then determine whether the patient should be discharged or make arrangements for a longer hospital stay.

Minimum Requirements

At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
Active RN license

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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

Posted Date: 2025-12-11

Cross Country Job ID #1066924. 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

Facility

UPMC Altoona

2.9rating(29 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with UPMC Altoona

3.0rating

Pros

It's a hospital

Cons

You wanna go to Pittsburgh

Matthew W

Labor and Delivery (RN)

Review of UPMC Altoona on Sep 8, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
345 beds

ADDRESS620 Howard AvenueAltoona, PA 16601

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Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(123 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

5.0rating

Pros

Super quick response, fast, and professional.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Nurses

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Anonymous

Psychiatric (RN)

Review of Breon Murry on Nov 15, 2025

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About

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.

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