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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level II trauma center in Asheville, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and multiple certifications including ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and NIHSS.
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101-bed Emergency Department in a hospital setting
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Patient ratios are typically 4:1 for medical patients, up to 7:1 for ED behavioral holds
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Techs are available and work in cardiac monitoring, internal processing, and triage; unit clerks are present on days and nights
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Equipment used includes Baxter pumps and GE monitors
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Documentation system is Cerner
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Night shift schedule: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
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Every other weekend required; scheduling must meet departmental needs and block scheduling is not available
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No floating outside of the ED, but must be willing to float to all sections within the ED
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Active NC or Compact RN license required
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Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in an ED setting
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Experience in a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high-volume ED (100,000+ annual visits) strongly preferred
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Required certifications (all must be obtained prior to start): ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI (or accepted equivalent such as SAMA, MAB, or ACPMA), and NIHSS
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ENPC required within 90 days of hire
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Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment
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Cerner experience preferred
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SSN (US only, no Canadian) and DOB required for consideration
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One professional reference required (two required if from Florida or Missouri)
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No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
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Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible for this position
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Previous HCA experience is preferred
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The facility is a Level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center serving a highly diverse, multicultural community with over 120 languages spoken in the surrounding area
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The department is recognized for strong teamwork and a welcoming culture
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Navy scrubs are required
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Candidates must demonstrate a teamwork mentality and the ability to coach and give real-time feedback
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Patient experience standards include AIDET communication, respectful behavior, updated patient boards, and keeping patients informed throughout their visit
