Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Job Opportunity: RN - Emergency Department

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit and Facility Overview

• Emergency Department in a Level 2 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center
• High volume ED with over 100,000 visits annually
• 101 beds in the unit
• Patient ratios typically 4:1, up to 7:1 on behavioral holds
• Unit staffing includes techs (cardiac monitoring, triage), unit clerks (days and nights)
• Equipment used: Baxter pumps, GE monitors
• Documentation system: Cerner
• Scheduling: Every other weekend required; no block scheduling; must meet department needs
• Floating: No floating outside ED; must float within all ED sections
• Patient experience focus: AIDET communication, respectful behavior, continuous patient updates

Required Qualifications

• Licenses: Registered Nurse License
• Certifications (must have before start):

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

  • Minimum 2 years as a nurse in a Level 2 trauma center or similar high-volume ED
  • At least 1 year of experience specifically in an Emergency Room setting
• Preferred: Previous experience with HCA Healthcare system
• Skills:

  • Teamwork mentality
  • Ability to coach and provide real-time feedback
  • Flexibility to work in all areas of the ED

Work Environment and Culture

• Known for strong teamwork and welcoming staff personalities
• Serves a diverse, multicultural community with over 120 languages spoken in the area
• Dress code: Navy scrubs required
• Attendance policy provided on day 1

Additional Notes

• Advanced skills and procedures are performed on the unit (details not specified)
• Candidates should be prepared to adhere to unit-specific policies and guidelines

Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required for this position.