Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 8 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Nursing, Emergency Room This role provides direct, patient-centered care to an assigned group of patients during overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, administering medications and treatments, coordinating care with families and the healthcare team, documenting patient responses, and supervising licensed practical nurses and non-licensed assistive personnel.

Job Details Schedule: Nights; 12-hour shifts; minimum 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Two years of current experience in a large emergency department. At least one completed 13-week travel assignment. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN). State of New Mexico or Compact State nursing license. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications must be completed through the American Heart Association (AHA), American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross. Successful completion of an onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test before the assignment start date.

Preferred Qualifications: Epic experience preferred; onsite training may be available.

Additional Information: Provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individualized patient needs and responses. Coordinates care with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Administers medications and treatments according to orders, protocols, and policy. Identifies and addresses patient and family education and discharge needs throughout the episode of care. Completes age-specific, population-specific, procedure, and protocol education and competency testing according to unit standards. Candidates must demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

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 1337885. 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