Emergency Room RN
La Mesa, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,125/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
The Emergency Room (ER) registered nurse is based in the healthcare facility's emergency department. This role involves providing safe, therapeutic, and individualized care to patients experiencing urgent and emergent health issues, ensuring holistic and patient-centered outcomes.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: CA Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS, ACLS, NIH, PALS, CPI or comparable certification (must be an 8-hour class with at least half of the class in person), at least three years of recent RN experience working in an RN role, at least two years of recent RN experience in a specialty area, BSN or ADN degree.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Position description: Provides care to patients and families, performing nursing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe, therapeutic, and efficient care. Promotes quality outcomes and collaborates with the healthcare team for complex cases, serving as patient and family advocate to ensure excellent and satisfying care.
- Additional Information: The RN will assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans using nursing interventions, evaluate patient progress, and communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team. The role may include float to other facilities as needed.
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 La Mesa, CA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in La Mesa, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high of 80°F and low of 60°F.
- Winter average high of 65°F and low of 45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Consider using online platforms to find options.
- Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries and music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, and nearby access to professional sports events in San Diego.
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