Travel Emergency Dept RN - $1,971 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Sylva, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (Travel Contract)

Location

Sylva, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Every other weekend required

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rapid patient assessment, triage using ESI levels, and prioritization of care across a diverse patient population spanning neonates through older adults
• Provide emergency nursing care for conditions including trauma, cardiac events, sepsis, neurological emergencies, respiratory conditions, and more in a 16-bed Emergency Department
• Execute resuscitation efforts utilizing code carts (adult and pediatric), defibrillators, GE cardiac monitors, ECG, and rapid transfuser equipment
• Manage fast track patients and perform splinting and immobilization as needed
• Document patient care accurately using the Paragon ED electronic health record system
• Float to other units as needed on an occasional basis

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Department nursing experience
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with moderate sedation in both adult and pediatric populations
• Proficiency in cardioversion and transcutaneous pacing
• Familiarity with Acute Stroke Ready Hospital protocols and Chest Pain Center standards
• Flexible, dependable, and adaptable personality well-suited to a fast-paced emergency environment

Why Join Us

• Work at a fully accredited acute care facility with a long-standing reputation for clinical excellence, serving a broad and diverse patient population in the scenic western North Carolina mountains
• Enjoy access to outdoor recreation, local dining, breweries, and the charm of a picturesque small town near the Great Smoky Mountains during your assignment

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #789823. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the "why" behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric's mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others