ER RN
Durham, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,971/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care354 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring Level I trauma experience and an NC or compact RN license.
Details
- Level I Trauma Center emergency department setting treating combined adult/pediatric populations
- 1:4 patient ratios
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Epic EMR experience required
- Bi-weekly orientation schedule
Requirements
- Active NC or Compact RN license required in hand
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
- CPI certification preferred
- 2 years of recent Emergency Room experience required
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs required
- Experience with arterial line management, blood product administration, and central line care preferred
- Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients preferred
- Experience with continuous IV sedation, IV vasopressors, and procedural sedation monitoring preferred
- Neurological care experience including CVA, ICP monitoring, and traumatic brain injury preferred
- Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management preferred
- Triage skills required
- One supervisory reference from within the last year required for consideration
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide emergency care across a range of trauma and non-trauma cases including gunshot wounds, traumatic amputations, and pediatric injuries
- Work within a facility that is STEMI and Stroke certified
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Flu vaccine required with no exemptions during flu season (October 31 - March 31)
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Candidates with prior permanent employment at this health system must disclose that history and must not have been a permanent employee within the past 6 months
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a reduced pay rate
- RTO must be submitted upfront with a maximum of 5-7 days
Facility
Duke Regional Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with Duke Regional Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 354 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona is very quick to respond, friendly, and gets you submitted fast. Highly recommend her.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Durham, NC
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Durham, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Durham is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Durham experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 89°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Durham, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.
- Durham is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system for easy commuting.
- Durham is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Durham offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, opportunities for sports enthusiasts, and plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails.
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