Emergency Department RN
Asheville, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ED RN for a 13-week travel assignment at a Level II trauma center in Asheville, NC, requiring at least 1 year of ER experience and multiple certifications including TNCC and NIHSS.

Details

• Emergency Department (ED) with 101 beds in a Level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center
• Patient ratio is typically 4:1 for medical patients, up to 7:1 for behavioral health holds
• Techs are available and work in cardiac monitoring, triage, and internal processing; unit clerks are present on days and nights
• Equipment includes Baxter infusion pumps and GE monitors
• Documentation via Cerner
• Day shift: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
• Every other weekend required; scheduling must meet department needs and block scheduling is not available
• No floating outside of the ED, but must be willing to float to all sections within the ED

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of total RN experience with at least 1 year in an ER setting
• Experience in a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high-volume ED (100,000+ annual visits) preferred
• Required certifications (all must be in hand prior to start): BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS
• ENPC required within 90 days of start
• Teamwork-oriented with the ability to coach and provide real-time feedback
• Cerner experience preferred
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if from Florida or Missouri)

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include delivering patient-centered care, updating patient boards, and ensuring patients are informed throughout their visit using AIDET communication standards
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position
• Previous HCA experience is preferred
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Navy scrubs required
• The department is recognized for its strong teamwork culture and serves a highly multicultural community with over 120 languages represented in the area
• The facility holds Magnet® Designation and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades (2020–2023)