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

Travel RN Opportunity - Emergency Department

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Employment Type: Travel
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Unit: Emergency Department (ED)
• Unit Beds: 101
• 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 Policy: No floating outside ED; must float within all ED sections
• Dress Code: Navy scrubs

Unit & Hospital Highlights

• Level II Trauma Center
• Comprehensive Stroke Center
• High-volume ED with over 100,000 visits annually
• Only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in the region
• Busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas
• Only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region
• Recognized with Magnet® Designation for nursing excellence
• Awarded “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
• Known for teamwork and welcoming personalities
• Serves a multicultural community with over 120 languages spoken

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a Level II trauma center or comprehensive stroke center
• At least 1 year experience in an Emergency Room setting
• Teamwork mentality with ability to coach and provide real-time feedback
• Flexibility to work in all areas of the ED
• Previous experience with HCA Healthcare preferred

Certifications Required (Before Start Date)

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

Unit Equipment & Systems

• Baxter pumps
• GE monitors
• Documentation system: Cerner
• Tech support available for cardiac monitoring, triage, and unit clerks

Patient Experience Expectations

• Use of AIDET communication framework
• Respectful behavior toward patients
• Keeping patients informed throughout their visit
• Maintaining updated patient boards

Additional Information

• The department values teamwork and a supportive environment
• Staff are experienced and committed to serving a diverse community
• Attendance policy and unit-specific guidelines provided on day 1

This role is ideal for RNs with solid emergency nursing experience seeking a dynamic, high-acuity environment with strong team culture and professional growth opportunities.