ER RN
Hickory, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Join a fast-paced Emergency Department as a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Hickory, North Carolina. This 13-week ER nursing contract is ideal for an experienced emergency nurse who enjoys caring for adult patients in a collaborative healthcare environment with strong interdisciplinary support. Hickory offers a welcoming community in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with convenient access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and cultural attractions.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,570–$1,650
• Location: Hickory, North Carolina
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Nursing Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Minimum of every other weekend and holidays
• Patient Population: Adult Emergency Department patients
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 4:1
• Emergency Department Volume: Approximately 160 visits per day
• Electronic Medical Record: Meditech experience preferred, but not required
• Scheduling Flexibility: Opportunity to flex to a fourth 12-hour shift when needed and available
• Local Candidates: Welcome to apply

Emergency Room RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience required; 3 years preferred
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license meeting applicable state requirements
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification preferred; completion may be available during an extended assignment
• First-time travel nurses may be considered with at least 3 years of ER nursing experience
• COVID-19 vaccination required; approved medical or religious exemptions may be considered according to applicable policy

Emergency Nursing Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, and efficient emergency nursing care to adult patients
• Perform triage, focused assessments, ongoing reassessments, and prioritization of care
• Recognize and respond to acute changes in patient condition, including cerebrovascular accidents and cardiac dysrhythmias
• Interpret dysrhythmias and support the management of patients requiring cardiac monitoring and intervention
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access, perform phlebotomy, and administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Manage IV vasopressors and assist with blood product administration according to department protocols
• Apply appropriate isolation precautions and personal protective equipment practices
• Document patient care accurately in the Meditech electronic medical record
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary partners, including respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and interpretation services
• Participate in scheduled night, weekend, and holiday coverage while maintaining a professional, team-oriented approach

Apply now to join this Emergency Department travel nursing opportunity in Hickory, North Carolina.

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