Travel ER Registered Nurse - $1,810 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 26-week Emergency Department travel contract, working night shifts in a high-volume regional referral and tertiary care center requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS, and triage skills.

Details

• High-volume Emergency Department with 101 beds and approximately 250 patient visits per day
• Patient population includes all ages served by a regional referral and tertiary care center
• Patient ratio of 1:3–5
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period, up to every other weekend
• Floating is required between the Emergency Observation Unit and Emergency Behavioral Health based on unit need
• EMR: Epic (required); also uses Pyxis for medication dispensing
• 26-week contract length required

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, MOAB, NIHSS, PALS
• Preferred certification: TNCC
• Required skills: IV starts, triage, and telemetry
• Additional skills include interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, blood product administration, central line care, IV vasopressors, continuous IV sedation, BiPAP/CPAP management, and isolation precautions/PPE
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two manager or supervisor professional references from within the past 2 years required (pending at time of consideration is acceptable)

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation is 24 hours, conducted weekly
• Pre-start online modules are required (approximately 8–10 hours for acute care roles) and must be completed annually; modules are conducted online, via Zoom, webinar, and in-person classes
• Scrub color: Navy and/or white
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays during the assignment
• No RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment due to orientation; RTO cannot be requested after signing
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved, excluding holidays; additional RTO requires facility approval
• Candidates who were previously employed (permanent, PRN, or EP) by Novant Health or New Hanover Regional must wait 12 months before being considered; prior employment history and dates must be disclosed and facility rehire approval is required
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but will be considered at a reduced rate
• Travel pairs are permitted provided they are assigned to different units and both have independent transportation

American Traveler Job ID #P-736267. 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.