ER RN
Durham, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,980/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- 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: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN with Level I trauma experience for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring a NC or compact RN license.
Details
- Emergency Department setting treating combined adult and pediatric patients
- Non-trauma emergency department at a STEMI and stroke certified facility
- Patient ratio of 1:4
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00am-7:30pm
- Required to work every other weekend
- No on-call requirements
- Epic EMR experience required
- Will be required to pass an EKG/Telemetry exam onsite during orientation
- Orientation occurs on a bi-weekly basis
Requirements
- Active NC or Compact RN license required in hand
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI (in hand or willing to obtain during compliance)
- Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Room experience required
- Level I trauma experience required
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Epic charting system experience required
- Previous travel experience required, with prior ED experience
- One supervisory reference from within the last year required for consideration
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
- Flu vaccine required with no exemptions or declinations accepted
Additional Information
- Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of conditions including pediatrics, psychiatric emergencies, trauma, cardiac, neurological, and respiratory cases
- Perform skills such as IV therapy, phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG acquisition, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
- Experience managing patients with conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, overdose, and multisystem organ dysfunction is valued
- Royal blue scrubs required
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate within a 75-mile radius
- Candidates with prior permanent employment at this health system must not have worked there within the last 6 months
- RTO must be 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
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
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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