Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma in Asheville, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Asheville, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 6 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – Emergency Room (Rapid Response)

Location

Asheville, NC | Acute Care – Emergency Department

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM | Every other weekend required | 6-Week Assignment | Expected 48 hours/week | Overtime may be available after 48 hours

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department with a 101-bed unit and typical patient ratios of 4:1 (medical) and up to 7:1 for ED behavioral holds
• Utilize ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS certifications in the delivery of emergency nursing care
• Document patient care accurately using the Cerner electronic health record system and Baxter pumps and GE monitors
• Maintain patient experience standards including AIDET communication, respectful behavior, and keeping patient boards updated throughout each visit
• Float within all sections of the Emergency Department as needed; no floating outside of the ED
• Participate in real-time coaching, feedback, and teamwork to support department operations across all ED areas

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year of experience in an Emergency Room setting
• ACLS required before start date
• BLS required before start date
• PALS required before start date
• TNCC required before start date
• CPI required before start date
• NIHSS required before start date
• ENPC required within 90 days of hire
• Ability to commit to scheduling that meets department needs, including every other weekend; block scheduling is not available

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 2 years of experience in a Level 2 trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high-volume ED (100,000+ annual visits)
• Previous experience with HCA facilities
• Proficiency with Cerner documentation system
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly across all areas of a busy Emergency Department

Why Join Us

• Join a department recognized for strong teamwork and a welcoming culture that proudly serves a diverse, multicultural community with over 120 languages represented in the surrounding area
• Work in a well-staffed ED supported by cardiac monitoring techs, internal processing techs, triage support, and unit clerks on both days and nights