Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,170 per week

Job Description & Requirements Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina. Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Emergency Room Registered Nurse is sought for a healthcare organization in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced, trauma and stroke center with a diverse and multicultural community. The nurse will actively participate in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and compassionate patient engagement. Job Details Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week Required Qualifications: 2 years of experience as a registered nurse with at least 1 year in an emergency department setting; certifications including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 90 days of hire are required; education and licensing requirements meet state and organizational standards; location in North Carolina. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in Level 2 trauma centers, comprehensive stroke centers, or high-volume emergency departments with over 100,000 visits annually; previous healthcare experience preferred. Additional Information: The unit has 101 beds, with patient ratios typically at 4:1, up to 7:1 during behavioral holds. Staff work in cardiac monitoring, triage, and internal processing areas, utilizing GE monitors and Baxter pumps. The department emphasizes respectful behavior, patient experience, and adherence to unit-specific policies. Dress code is navy scrubs. The team is known for excellent teamwork, welcoming personalities, and serving a multicultural community speaking over 120 languages. Staff are expected to be flexible to work in all sections of the Emergency Department, with scheduling requiring every other weekend. No floating outside of the ED is permitted. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Job ID #1296499. 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: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room About Cross Country Nurses You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time. Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr Cross Country Nurses