Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,160 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Puyallup, WA
$2,160/wk
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- ER
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 16 weeks
- Start
- 09/21/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Puyallup, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse in Puyallup, Washington. This position involves providing high-quality emergency care in a Level III trauma center with a 375-bed capacity. The role requires managing a diverse patient population, including trauma, sepsis, COVID-19, STEMI, stroke, and mental health cases, with an emphasis on high acuity medical and geriatric patients. The ER nurse will be integral to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that supports safety and patient-centered care.
Job Details:
- Location: Puyallup, Washington
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, week-long schedules with potential variability; weekends will vary depending on unit needs.
- Required Qualifications: VA (Veterans Affairs) certification, BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing); Washington state nursing license; 0 years of experience required accordingly; current BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale), CPI/MOAB certifications; recent EPIC (Electronic Patient Information Charting) experience.
- Skills Required: Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV skills, basic ED medications, procedural sedation, blood administration, and TNK administration (preferred).
- Support on the Unit: ER technicians for glucose checks and iStat, assistance with splinting; charge nurses may occasionally take assignments; resource/float nurses available; RT (Respiratory Therapist) available 24/7; ED educators, security, social work services, and pharmacy support are on-site 24/7.
- Charting System/Equipment: Recent EPIC experience required; Alaris infusion pumps, Pyxis medication systems, bedside telemetry monitoring.
- Orientation: First day includes badge pickup, EPIC training, and mental health area orientation; following day involves a 12-hour shift with a preceptor.
- Telemetry Competency: Must be completed and passed prior to start; SimpliFi Compliance provides grading.
- Additional Information: The environment is traveler-friendly and fast-paced, with a focus on teamwork and safety, supporting various clinical responsibilities throughout the shift.
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 #1303897. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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