ER RN
Durham, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,980/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care354 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Dept RN for a night shift role requiring at least 2 years of recent ER experience and NC or compact licensure.
Details
- Emergency Department setting treating a combined adult/pediatric patient population
- Patient ratio of 1:4
- Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Required to work every other weekend
- No on-call responsibilities
- Epic EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active NC or compact RN license required, must be in hand at time of consideration
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI (in hand or willing to obtain during compliance)
- Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Department experience required
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Prior travel experience required, with ED background
- Skills in IV therapy and phlebotomy required
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Must pass an EKG/Telemetry exam onsite
- 1 supervisory reference from within the last year required for consideration
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of acute and trauma presentations
- Bi-weekly orientation schedule
- Royal blue scrub color required
- Flu vaccination required with no exemptions or declinations accepted
- First-time travelers are not considered for this role
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a reduced rate
- Candidates with prior permanent employment at this health system must disclose this, and must not have been a permanent employee within the past 6 months
- RTO must be submitted with consideration, limited to 5-7 days maximum
Facility
Duke Regional Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with Duke Regional Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 354 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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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