Emergency Room RN
Eureka, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,625/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Emergency Room position scheduled for nights, providing care for patients across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. The assignment is scheduled to begin 11/30/2026 and run through 03/01/2027, with 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour weekly schedule. The role includes coverage of an Observation Unit for emergency department hold patients.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience; valid California state license with compact license in hand at submission; 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.
- Preferred Qualifications: Community hospital experience; Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) completed before the assignment start date if not held at submission.
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week; weekend requirement of 3 out of 6 weekends; availability for 3 of 5 designated holidays is required.
- Additional Information: Patient ratios are 4:1 across days, nights, and weekends. The assignment includes care for emergency department hold patients in an Observation Unit, with an average daily census of 105, approximately 135 visits per day, 20 rooms, and 26 beds. Clinical responsibilities may include emergency care, triage, psychiatric holds, procedural sedation, emergency medication administration, ventilated patient care, intravenous therapy, dysrhythmia management, stroke and trauma care, seizure management, blood product administration, and identification and reporting of neglect or abuse. Support services include physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, lift teams, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretary support. The role includes exposure to Level III trauma care and Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) services.
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
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends 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 Eureka, CA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- 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.
- 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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