Travel Emergency Department RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Dept RN for a fast-paced ER requiring Cerner experience and prior travel assignment history.

• 32-bed Emergency Department in a 355-bed Duke Lifepoint hospital with Level 3 NICU and multiple specialty centers
• Cares for patients of all ages, birth to death
• Patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:5
• Uses critical care equipment and Cerner EHR
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a with 36 guaranteed weekly hours
• Rotates weekends every other week
• Call requirements may involve push-back hours depending on census
• Float requirements limited to areas of demonstrated competency

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• BLS, ACLS, and either PALS or ENPC required, along with NIHSS certification
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Cerner EHR experience required
• Strong critical thinking, patient/family communication skills, and physical stamina for a fast-paced environment
• Experience with strokes, STEMIs, and trauma preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• AHA certifications required

• Provide emergency care across a broad range of diagnoses and treatments in a high-acuity, fast-paced setting
• Energetic, knowledgeable team culture expected
• Scrubs of any color currently accepted; hoodies and inappropriate t-shirts not permitted
• Must start on one of the facility's designated 2026 orientation dates
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Candidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment
• Must reside 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for the travel rate

American Traveler Job  #P-749422. 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

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.