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Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 07/06/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: The Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in San Luis Obispo, California. This role involves providing nursing care, including triage, treatment, and discharge for patients across all age groups in a busy ED setting. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of employment. The position is represented by CNA. Job Details: Location: San Luis Obispo, California Shift: Nights (1900 0730) with a schedule of either three 12-hour shifts or four 12-hour shifts per week, minimum of 36 hours per week Required Qualifications: Current RN license in California; Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred; one year of recent acute care experience; recent EPIC electronic medical record experience; certifications including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within 6 months of hire Additional Requirements: All required vaccinations to be completed before employment, with exemptions for medical or religious reasons; completion of accurate triage assessments, timely review and completion of patient orders; patient education on medication side effects; recognition and response to cardiac or respiratory distress; competence in routine nursing skills including medication administration, intravenous therapy, care & maintenance of indwelling devices, and use of critical care equipment; accurate documentation; participation in safety and quality checks; coordination during patient admissions from the ED; ability to provide care during Code Blue, Code Stroke, Sepsis, and Trauma Activations Experience: Minimum of one year in acute care setting 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 1276256. 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