Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Travel RN for the Emergency Department in Hickory, North Carolina. The 32-bed ED requires Cerner experience and NC or compact RN licensure. Night shifts run 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM with every-other weekend rotation and 36 hours per week.

This travel assignment lasts 13 weeks with an estimated weekly pay around $2,074, plus stipends for lodging and meals. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years ED nursing and strong patient communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in NC or Compact required.
• Current certifications: ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NIHSS.
• Minimum 2 years of ED nursing experience required.
• Cerner EMR experience required.
• Strong critical thinking and patient/family communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with stamina.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient communication

Stamina

Tools

Cerner EMR

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Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Hickory, North Carolina

Assignment Overview

Overview

Posted 13 days ago

Shift

Days, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 28, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Moderate

The facility is receiving a steady flow of submissions — a good time to get yours in

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN for a fast-paced 32-bed ED requiring Cerner experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• 355-bed hospital housing a Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Center, and Level 3 NICU
• 32-bed Emergency Department that receives all trauma cases though not officially trauma designated
• Patient population spans birth to death
• Patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:5
• Uses critical care equipment and the Cerner EMR
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Call requirements involve push back hours depending on census
• Floating required to areas where competencies are held

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current certifications: ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of ED nursing experience required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Strong critical thinking and patient/family communication skills required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with stamina required
• Experience with strokes, STEMIs, and trauma preferred

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of diagnoses and treatments
• Energetic, knowledgeable personality fit preferred by the unit
• Must start on one of the facility's designated 2026 orientation dates
• Scrubs of any color currently accepted; hoodies and inappropriate t-shirts not permitted
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full time while on assignment
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify for the travel rate

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$2,074/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$26,962

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$107,848

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$828/wk

Regular Hours

$23.00 x 36 hours/wk = $828

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,074/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,867 - $2,074. The $2,074 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

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Bed Count

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Setting

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EMR

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Teaching Facility

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Pay

Overview

$2,074/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$26,962

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$107,848

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$828/wk

Regular Hours

$23.00 x 36 hours/wk = $828

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,074/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,867 - $2,074. The $2,074 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

--

American Traveler Benefits

Health

Day 1

Day 1

401k with match

Opt In

...and many more!

Why American Traveler?

Unmatched Support and Transparency

Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.

Empowering Technology

Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.

Exceptional Pay and Benefits

Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.

Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise

Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.