Emergency Room RN
Hickory, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$1,855/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Emergency Room Registered Nurse position available in Hickory, North Carolina. This role involves providing critical nursing care in a fast-paced Emergency Department. The ideal candidate will possess strong patient experience skills, critical care thinking, and stamina to handle a dynamic clinical environment.
Job Details:
- Shift: Evenings, 12-hour shifts
- Schedule: 36 hours per week, with weekend hours rotating every other week
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license with a minimum of 2 years of experience, certifications in ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and NIHSS, and relevant experience in emergency services
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced emergency department, particularly with stroke, STEMI, and trauma cases
- Additional Information:
- Unit includes a 32-bed emergency department with critical care equipment
- Patient ratios are approximately 1-4 or 1-5
- Responsibilities include providing high-quality patient care to birth to death population in a trauma level non-designated area receiving all traumas
- Must adhere to scrubs dress code with any color and avoid unacceptable attire such as hoodies or inappropriate T-shirts
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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