Travel ER 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:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an ER RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications and a minimum of 2 years of ER experience.

• General Emergency Department treating combined adult and pediatric patients
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7p-7a
• Option to flex to 4x12 shifts if needed or available
• Minimum requirement of every other weekend
• Holiday coverage required
• Candidates will float within the hospital
• Uses Meditech EMR

• Active RN license, NC or compact, required
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS (all via AHA)
• CPI/CIC certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of ER experience required, 3 years preferred
• Meditech charting experience preferred but not required
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration
• Experience starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience with neurological and CVA patient care
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE, triage, medication administration, and IV vasopressors
• Two professional references required
• Copy of certifications preferred
• Completion of lab work within 72 hours of signing contract required

• Provide emergency nursing care across a combined adult and pediatric patient population
• Manage patients requiring cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Administer medications and IV vasopressors as needed
• Local candidates accepted with no change to bill rate
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have 3+ years of ER experience
• Facility does not allow current or past staff to return as a traveler at any time
• Travelers may obtain CPI certification on assignment if staying longer than 3 months

American Traveler Job  #P-765582. 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.