Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rancho Cordova, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/17/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Emergency Room, Rancho Cordova, California. This rotating assignment supports a clinical transfer center with no hands-on patient care responsibilities. The role facilitates patient transfers, conducts clinical assessments, coordinates physician and specialist acceptance, and arranges appropriate bed placement while managing multiple cases and applications.

Job Details Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts beginning at 2:45 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week; weekend coverage is required every other weekend, and holiday coverage may be required.

Required Qualifications: Active registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse license. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification. Minimum of 3 years of experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department (ED), or transfer center. Acute care experience with critical care assessment skills and sound clinical judgment.

Experience with electronic medical records and bed management systems. Ability to follow clinical algorithms, multitask, learn quickly, provide professional customer service, and work effectively with multiple computer applications. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is not required.

Additional Information: Facilitates transfers for patients of varying acuity from multiple healthcare facilities. Completes patient assessments using vital signs and clinical information received during patient reports. Identifies accepting physicians and specialists based on available services. Coordinates bed requests with bed placement teams. Licensed vocational nurses prioritize referrals to outside facilities when an appropriate placement is unavailable within the healthcare providers network. The role manages an average of 12 cases per shift and may handle 1015 cases concurrently. Orientation includes 1 day of general orientation and 35 days of department-specific training, which may occur on any shift. Clean, professional scrubs of any color or appropriate casual attire are permitted. Onsite parking is available, along with limited complimentary electric vehicle charging. Requests for time off should be very limited because scheduling accommodations are rarely available.

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 1345626. 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 About 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.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus