Emergency Department RN
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Travel RN Opportunity - Emergency Department

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department (ED)
• Facility Type: Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, high-volume ED (>100,000 visits annually)
• Unit Size: 101 beds
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1 medical; up to 7:1 on ED behavioral holds
• Scheduling: Every other weekend; no block scheduling; must meet department needs
• Floating: No floating outside ED; must float within all ED sections
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Equipment: Baxter pumps, GE monitors

Required Qualifications

• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years as a nurse in a Level II trauma center or comprehensive stroke center
  • At least 1 year of experience specifically in an Emergency Room setting
• Certifications (required before start date):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
  • ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) within 90 days of hire
• Licenses: Registered Nurse License
• Preferred: Previous experience with HCA Healthcare system

Skills and Attributes

• Teamwork mentality with ability to coach and provide real-time feedback
• Flexibility to work across all areas of the Emergency Department
• Commitment to patient experience using AIDET communication and respectful behavior
• Ability to maintain updated patient boards and keep patients informed throughout their visit

Work Environment and Culture

• Known for strong teamwork and welcoming personalities
• Serves a diverse, multicultural community with over 120 languages spoken in the area
• Tech support available including cardiac monitoring and unit clerks on all shifts
• Dress code: Navy scrubs required

Additional Information

• This is a travel contract position
• The department emphasizes positive impact, nursing excellence, and patient safety
• Recognized for high clinical quality and safety standards, including Magnet® designation and Leapfrog “A” grade

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.