Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2+ years of experience in a Level 2 trauma center or high-volume ED, with multiple certifications required prior to start.

Details

• 101-bed hospital emergency department
• Patient ratios are typically 4:1 for medical patients, up to 7:1 for behavioral health holds
• Support staff includes ED techs (cardiac monitoring and internal processing), triage staff, and unit clerks on days and nights
• Equipment used includes Baxter pumps and GE monitors
• Documentation system: Cerner
• Schedule requires every other weekend availability; scheduling must meet the needs of the department and block scheduling is not available
• Floating is limited within the ED only — candidates must be flexible to work all sections of the ED

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an RN with at least 1 year of ER experience required
• Experience in a Level 2 trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high-volume ED (100,000+ annual visits) strongly preferred
• Previous HCA experience preferred
• Required certifications prior to start: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS
• ENPC required within 90 days of hire
• AHA or ARC certifications accepted; no certifications may expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Professional reference required (2 references required for candidates from Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Navy scrubs required
• Candidates must demonstrate teamwork, real-time coaching ability, and flexibility across all ED sections
• Patient experience standards include AIDET communication, respectful behavior, and keeping patient boards and patients updated throughout their visit
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position