Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Hickory, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,855/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Hickory, North Carolina. The candidate will provide critical care in a fast-paced emergency department environment, supporting a diverse patient population from birth to death. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Hickory, North Carolina
- Shift: Night shift, 12-hour shifts per week, with a guaranteed minimum of 36 hours.
- Required Qualifications: RN license with a minimum of 2 years of experience, certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC), and certification from the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). Experience in critical care thinking, stamina, and providing compassionate patient and family support in a high-acuity setting.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced emergency department, with familiarity handling strokes, ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), and trauma cases.
- Additional Information:
- Unit Information: 32 beds with a patient ratio of approximately 1-4 or 1-5.
- Critical care equipment and Cerner electronic health record system in use.
- The role involves helping hands in areas where the candidate has competencies, with some push-back hours depending on census.
- Dress code is scrub, any color; hoodies and inappropriate T-shirts are not accepted.
- This role is a contractor replacement position with one opening.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Hickory, NC
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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