Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Eureka, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,460/week

Posted 11 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/16/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,460/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Emergency Room position on the night shift supporting emergency and observation-unit patients. The role provides care across neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, with responsibilities involving emergency assessment, stabilization, trauma care, behavioral health, and complex medical conditions.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shift; 12-hour shifts; 36 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required for 3 out of 6 weekends.
Required Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience; valid California state license; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certifications.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: Patient assignments typically maintain a ratio of 4:1. Responsibilities include caring for emergency and observation-unit patients, performing triage, managing acute and behavioral health conditions, administering emergency medications and blood products, supporting airway and ventilator management, managing dysrhythmias and intravenous vasopressors, providing procedural sedation, and caring for trauma, stroke, respiratory, neurological, and multisystem conditions. The role includes collaboration with respiratory services, physical therapy, radiology, pharmacy, social services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, rapid response teams, and other support services. Completion of the Trauma Nursing Core Course certification before the assignment start is preferred.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1335287. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Eureka, CA

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.

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