Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Travel RN Opportunity – Emergency Department, Asheville, NC

Location

• Asheville, North Carolina
• Emergency Department at a large regional hospital (licensed for 815 beds)
• Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit
• Region’s busiest robotic surgery program and only open heart/interventional cardiology services

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Unit: Emergency Department (ER)
• Number of Beds: 101
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1 (medical), up to 7:1 on behavioral holds
• Staffing: Techs available (cardiac monitoring, internal processing, triage), unit clerks 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 ED; must float within all ED sections
• Dress Code: Navy scrubs required

Certifications Required (before start date)

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS
• TNCC
• CPI
• NIHSS
• ENPC (within 90 days of hire)

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a Level 2 trauma center or comprehensive stroke center
• Experience in a high-volume ED (>100,000 visits) preferred
• At least 1 year ER nursing experience required
• 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 ED

Patient Experience

• Use of AIDET communication framework
• Emphasis on respectful behavior and keeping patients informed throughout their visit
• Patient information boards updated regularly

Work Environment

• Known for strong teamwork and welcoming staff
• Serves a diverse, multicultural community with over 120 languages spoken in the area
• Unit values positive impact and nursing excellence (hospital holds Magnet® designation and high safety ratings)

This role offers a dynamic and supportive environment for experienced ER nurses looking to work in a high-acuity, well-recognized hospital system with advanced technology and a commitment to quality patient care.