Emergency Room RN
Alexandria, LA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
A registered nurse specializing in the Emergency Room (ER) located in Alexandria, Louisiana, is sought for an immediate opening at a healthcare facility. This role involves providing high-acuity emergency care to a diverse patient population, including stroke, cardiovascular, diabetes, wounds, behavioral health, and sepsis cases. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of employment.
Job Details:
- Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
- Schedule: Nights, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (preferred), valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association, current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association, RN license in the state of employment or valid compact license, minimum of 0 years of experience in the related nursing specialty.
- Preferred Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience in the ER or similar specialty.
- Additional Information:
- Every other weekend shift.
- No call requirement.
- No floating to other units.
- Nurse to patient ratio of 4:1.
- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by trained staff, with onboarding validated through competency assessments and participation in residency or orientation programs.
- Skills and competency assessments are documented through the tracking software.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements is mandatory.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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