Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: RN - Emergency Department

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Department: Emergency Department (ER)
• Unit Size: 101 beds
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1 medical patients; up to 7:1 on behavioral holds
• Staffing: Techs available for cardiac monitoring, triage, and internal processing; unit clerks on days and nights
• Equipment: Baxter pumps, GE monitors
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Scheduling: Every other weekend required; no block scheduling; schedule must meet department needs
• Floating Policy: No floating outside the ED; must float within all ED sections
• Patient Experience: Emphasis on AIDET communication, respectful behavior, and keeping patients informed throughout their visit

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) within 90 days of hire

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a Level 2 trauma center or comprehensive stroke center with a high-volume ED (>100,000 visits)
• At least 1 year experience specifically in an Emergency Room setting
• Previous experience with HCA Healthcare preferred
• Teamwork mentality with ability to coach and provide real-time feedback
• Flexibility to work in all areas of the Emergency Department

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Navy scrubs required
• Known for strong teamwork and welcoming personalities
• Serves a diverse, multi-cultural community with over 120 languages spoken in the area
• Attendance policy and unit-specific guidelines provided on day 1

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.