- Specialty
- ER
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/30/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Artesia, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room Location not specified. This position supports emergency care for patients ranging from minor injuries to major trauma, cardiac emergencies, strokes, burns, and crush injuries. The role requires independent clinical judgment, critical-thinking skills, and the ability to manage and titrate critical infusions in an acute-care setting.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, and holiday rotation may be required.
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of Emergency Department experience; experience in a Level I or Level II trauma Emergency Department is accepted. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Emergency Nurses Pediatric Course (ENPC), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). Must be able to mix and titrate critical infusions, including amiodarone, diltiazem, epinephrine, and insulin, and independently interpret telemetry and electrocardiograms.
- Additional Information:
- Patient population includes minor injuries, major trauma, cardiac emergencies, strokes, burns, and crush injuries.
- Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3, with approximately 4050 emergency patients treated daily.
- Responsibilities may include respiratory treatments, management of respiratory equipment, 12-lead electrocardiograms, laboratory collection when needed, and interpretation of telemetry.
- Diagnostic services include around-the-clock radiography and computed tomography, with additional access to ultrasound, interventional radiology, magnetic resonance imaging, and portable equipment.
- Orientation includes 12 days with a preceptor based on clinical needs.
- Navy blue scrubs are required; jackets without hoods are permitted.
- The emergency department has dedicated physician coverage, in-house supervisory support, security coverage, and emergency medical services coordination.
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 #1353022. 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