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, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring STEMI/stroke facility experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• Work in the Emergency Department, primarily within the Psych ED unit
• Combined adult/pediatric, non-trauma ED caring for all ages
• Special care populations include cancer, sepsis, medical emergencies, and behavioral health
• STEMI and Stroke Certified facility with cath lab and women's health specialties
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 7p-730a, with occasional 3p-3a shifts as needed
• Up to every other weekend and holiday coverage as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to any Cone Health campus as needed
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Active NC or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS certifications required
• STARR/Behavioral population certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• STEMI and stroke facility experience required
• EPIC charting system experience required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Skills in triage, isolation precautions/PPE, and dysrhythmia interpretation/EKG required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, management of dysrhythmias, and ortho trauma preferred
• Experience with neurological conditions such as CVA, ICP monitoring, and traumatic brain injury preferred
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management and ventilated patients preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, central line care, and blood product administration preferred
• Must pass a compliance EKG exam (pass/fail, two attempts allowed)
• Current driver's license required to verify address

• Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of patient populations including behavioral health, trauma, and pediatrics
• Care for shock/trauma cases including gunshot wounds, traumatic amputations, and spinal cord injuries
• Support stroke and cardiac emergency response including dysrhythmia management
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• RTO must be submitted with the initial application; no post-submission RTO accepted
• Modules are completed during orientation and are non-billable, averaging 2-4 hours depending on unit

American Traveler Job  #P-774708. 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.