Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,020/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in a busy ER setting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in emergency medical procedures and possess current clinical certifications necessary for critical care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: 24 months of current Emergency Room / Emergency Department experience; active Iowa or multistate nursing license; EPIC electronic medical records experience; recent travel contract within the last 18 months; certifications including BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), PALS (American Heart Association), and NIH Stroke Scale (can be obtained during onboarding).
- Preferred Qualifications: Active TNCC and CPI or similar de-escalation certificates; recent performance references; drivers license; prior experience withER-specific skills as listed.
- Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NIHSS (required); TNCC (required).
- Additional Information: Orientation dates are scheduled for 8/3, 8/10, and 8/17. Holiday work may be required on Memorial Day, Independence Day, or Labor Day unless the unit is closed. Candidate must demonstrate specific skills, including experience with drip protocols and titrations, and work within a 50-mile radius of the facility.
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 Cedar Rapids, IA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor spaces for hiking and biking.
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