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Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) – 13-Week Contract in Asheville, NC

Experienced Emergency Department RN needed for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Asheville, North Carolina. Join a high-acuity Level II trauma and comprehensive stroke center while providing compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse population. This travel nurse opportunity offers 12-hour night shifts with a collaborative, welcoming team known for strong teamwork. Asheville is a vibrant mountain community celebrated for its arts, culture, outdoor recreation, and scenic Blue Ridge Mountain surroundings.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN / Emergency Room Nurse)
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Location: Asheville, North Carolina
• Start Date: September 28, 2026
• End Date: December 28, 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,860-$1,960
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour nights, approximately 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.
• Department: 101-bed Emergency Department
• Healthcare Setting: Level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1 for medical patients; up to 7:1 for behavioral health holds
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Equipment: GE monitors and Baxter pumps
• Scheduling: Every other weekend required; scheduling is based on department needs, and block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
• Floating: No floating outside the Emergency Department; flexibility to work throughout all areas of the department is required
• Uniform: Navy scrubs

Emergency Department RN Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in North Carolina
• At least 2 years of RN experience, including a minimum of 1 year in an Emergency Department setting
• Experience in a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high-volume Emergency Department strongly preferred
• Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS certifications required before the start date
• ENPC certification required within 90 days of hire
• Ability to provide compassionate, respectful care to a diverse, multicultural patient population
• Strong teamwork, communication, coaching, and real-time feedback skills
• Flexibility to work in all areas of the Emergency Department
• Commitment to patient experience standards, including keeping patients informed and maintaining updated care communication boards

Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing care to Emergency Department patients with a wide range of medical and behavioral health needs
• Perform thorough assessments, prioritize care, monitor patient conditions, and respond promptly to changes in status
• Support emergency care delivery in a Level II trauma and comprehensive stroke environment
• Administer medications and treatments, operate monitoring equipment, and document care accurately in Cerner
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, technicians, clerks, and the broader interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Work across all Emergency Department areas as needed to support department operations
• Provide clear updates to patients and families throughout the visit while maintaining a respectful and inclusive care environment
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a positive team-focused approach in a fast-paced emergency nursing setting

Apply now for this Emergency Department travel nursing opportunity in Asheville, North Carolina, and join a dedicated healthcare team in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.