Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Fort Madison, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,340/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse position located in an emergency care setting. The traveler will be responsible for self-studying telemetry strips upon acceptance and passing a basic dysrhythmia test during orientation, which is required to work in the emergency department. The role involves assessing patient needs, prioritizing care, and providing direct and indirect patient care, including safe and accurate triage. The traveler may occasionally be placed on call during periods of low census, with a response time of within one hour. The position requires working every third weekend.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Day shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: State licensure/certification verification, ER nursing experience, and ability to pass a basic dysrhythmia test during orientation.
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The ER traveler must be prepared for orientation testing and pass a dysrhythmia test to qualify for the role. This position involves working in a high-acuity emergency setting, with responsibilities including rapid triage and patient assessment. The assignment begins on 10/26/2026 and concludes on 01/24/2027.
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.
Fort Madison, IA
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