Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Charlotte, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,930/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room Charlotte, NC. This position provides emergency nursing care for pediatric through geriatric patients in a busy emergency department. Responsibilities include caring for patients with medical, behavioral health, respiratory, cardiac, stroke, and trauma-related conditions while supporting stabilization and critical interventions.
Job Details
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license; minimum of 2 years of emergency department experience; Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certifications; proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, critical care drips, peripheral intravenous starts, thrombolytic medication administration, and conscious sedation.
- Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.
- Additional Information: The role serves patients from pediatric through geriatric age groups and includes general emergency care, trauma stabilization, respiratory illness, stroke, behavioral health, acute myocardial infarction, uncontrolled diabetes, and minor trauma. Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:34 based on acuity. The emergency department is supported by paramedics, patient safety attendants, pharmacists, social workers, respiratory therapists, advanced practice providers, hospitalists, intensivists, and emergency physicians. Departmental orientation is provided.
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 Charlotte, NC
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Charlotte, NC here's what you should know:- 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.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, while in winter, average lows are around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Charlotte, with options ranging from apartments to furnished homes.
- Charlotte is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation includes buses and light rail, but a car is recommended for convenience.
- 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.
- 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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