Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Tyler, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,765/weekOverview
- Start Date10/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse (RN) opportunity available in a Level I Trauma Center. The position involves providing care to a diverse patient population across all age groups, including neonates, adolescents, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. The ER RN will manage complex clinical cases, including trauma, stroke, neuro-trauma, and pediatric emergencies, utilizing advanced skills and certifications.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC); minimum of 2 years of ER experience; charting experience with Epic electronic charting system; valid state or compact license in hand at time of submittal; ability to complete core onboarding items/labs within 48 hours of contract signing; must list all required time off at time of submittal; previous staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience, community hospital experience, Level II trauma experience, travel experience, and specific skills including arterial line management, airway and ventilator management, blood product administration, and neuro-trauma care.
- Additional Information: The ER handles a daily census of approximately 105 patients with a total of 36 beds and rooms. Care includes all age groups with a focus on trauma, stroke, neuro-trauma, pediatric emergencies, and major trauma cases. Interdisciplinary support services such as respiratory, radiology, pharmacy, and social services are available. Onsite orientation includes 24 hours of training, including core items and labs, completed within 48 hours of contract start.
- Restrictions: The traveler must not reside in designated counties as specified by the organizations compliance rules.
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 Tyler, TX
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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