Travel Contract

ED Emergency Department RN
Charlotte, NC
Wayward Medical
4x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus

$2,458/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date12/07/2026
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

19% higher than average Registered Nurse / Emergency Department Nurse pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$2,458/week

Benefits

Guaranteed Hours
Relocation bonus
Retention bonus
Weekly pay
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
Holiday Pay
Discount program

Description

There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.

Most of them can submit you to a job.

The difference is what happens after you click apply.

At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.

We do the boring stuff well.

We answer fast.

We tell the truth.

We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.

And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.

We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.

We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.

That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.

Our rule is simple:

No one gets burned.

If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.

We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.

Registered Nurse – ER

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks (the unit will also accept 48-hour contracts)

Schedule and Assignment Details

Shift: 12-hour nights, 18:45 to 07:15 (48 hours per week)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required
Call: No call
Float: No float
Block Scheduling: Not permitted
Time Off: Requested time off (RTO) after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite. Call-offs or additional RTO on the unit could result in cancellation.
Orientation: 36 or 48 hours
Scrubs: Navy blue

Unit and Patient Information

Ratios: Non-critical 3:1 (4:1 with hallway when callouts happen and coverage cannot be found), critical patients 2:1, medical boarders in ED 5:1
Patient Population: Adult patients, including STEMI, stroke, and Level 2 trauma patients
Volume: About 170 visits per day, 53 rooms/beds
Unit Systems: Pyxis, EPIC, SBAR

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Emergency Department (ED) experience of at least 2 years
Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
NIHSS
MOAB
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
IV insertion skills
Triage skills
Telemetry skills
Experience with conscious or moderate sedation

Candidate Requirements

Interview: Candidates must interview with the manager before an offer is made. Provide interview availability for the next 72 hours when submitting candidates.
First-time travelers: Accepted by this unit
Local candidates: Accepted

Compliance and Onboarding

Background check: Required within 90 days of start, including education verification for the highest degree in the candidate's profession
Drug screen: Required within 30 days of start (10-panel)
TB: Negative PPD, Qgold, or T-spot within 1 year of start
Immunizations: Rubeola, mumps, rubella, and varicella titers, or 2 vaccines. Declinations are not accepted.
Physical: Required within 1 year of start
Fit testing: Required (N95 or PAPR training)
Flu vaccination: Required for the 2026-27 season. Exemptions are reviewed case by case.
Facility orientation: Required modules and acknowledgments, including annual compliance training, medication safety, and confidentiality agreement

Employer

Wayward Medical

About

Wayward Sounds...

Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.

Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.

We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.

Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.

Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.

Built for travelers who want:

Rural adventure
A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
A career that feels meaningful

Response timewithin an hour

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About Charlotte, NC

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Charlotte, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Cost of living in Charlotte is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 89°F, while in winter, average lows are around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Charlotte, with options ranging from apartments to furnished homes.

Transportation

Charlotte is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
Public transportation includes buses and light rail, but a car is recommended for convenience.

Demographics

Charlotte has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
There is a large population of travel nurses in Charlotte.

Things to Do

Charlotte offers a variety of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, sports events including professional basketball and football, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports.

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