Travel Psych ED RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an ER RN for a 13-week contract requiring 2+ years of ER experience and NC or compact RN licensure, mainly supporting the Psych ED unit.

• Emergency Department setting, primarily supporting the Psych ED unit
• Combined adult/pediatric general emergency department, non-trauma
• Cares for all patient ages with special populations including cancer, sepsis, medical emergencies, and behavioral health
• Hospital specialties include cath lab, women's health, and stroke care
• STEMI and Stroke Certified facility
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM-7:30 PM, with occasional 3:00 PM-3:00 AM shifts as needed
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage as needed
• No on-call requirements
• May float to any Cone Health campus as needed
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active NC or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• STEMI and Stroke facility experience required
• Must pass a compliance EKG exam (Pass/Fail, two attempts allowed)
• Current driver's license required for address verification
• Experience with triage and isolation precautions/PPE preferred
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and EKG testing preferred
• Behavioral health/STARR population experience preferred

• Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of patient populations and acuities
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO must be submitted with the application; no post-submission RTO accepted
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Modules are completed during orientation and are non-billable, averaging 2-4 hours depending on unit

American Traveler Job  #P-772932. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Emergency Dept

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.