Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albemarle, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ED RN for a 13-week night shift contract at a community hospital in Albemarle, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and an active NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in a 16-bed Emergency Department at a 109-licensed-bed community hospital located in Albemarle, NC (approximately one hour from Charlotte)
• Treats both pediatric and adult patients with conditions including COPD, CHF, chest pain, MI, N-STEMI, stroke, TIA, new onset cardiac arrhythmias, uncontrolled DM, and minor trauma
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5 based on acuity
• EMR: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; patient monitors: Philips; bedside and central telemetry monitoring available
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to all facilities within Region 1 as needed, including Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, any freestanding ED within the region, Lake Norman, and the Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) — candidates who are not agreeable to floating should not apply

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI
• TNCC preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ED RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in general ED skills including cardiac rhythm interpretation, critical care drip management, vent management, chest tube care, PIV starts, TNK/TPA administration, conscious sedation, and ESI assessments
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Advanced Primary Stroke Center; not a trauma-designated or teaching facility
• Department support includes CNAs, a charge nurse (who may or may not carry a patient assignment), an IV/VAT team (ancillary, not in-house daily), 24/7 respiratory therapy, 24/7 hospitalist coverage, and an ED physician team
• Orientation includes facility-level NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; any unmet contracted hours must be made up at the end of the contract
• Candidates must have a permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Navy scrubs required; free parking is available on site
• First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered
• Must be separated from any Advocate Health Southeast (AHSE) facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before being eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-709596. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.