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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 8 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 8 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2 years of ED experience and Cerner proficiency. Details 32-bed Emergency Department at a 355-bed hospital with Level 3 NICU and comprehensive specialty centers Patient population spans birth to death with patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:5 Uses critical care equipment and Cerner EMR 11a-11p shift schedule with every other weekend rotation Call requirements include pushback hours depending on census Floating required to areas where competencies are demonstrated 13-week assignment Requirements Active RN license (NC or Compact) required Required certifications: ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NIHSS, and HWC (or CPI) Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Cerner EMR experience required Strong critical thinking and patient/family communication skills required Stamina for a fast-paced ED environment required Preferred experience with strokes, STEMIs, and trauma cases Additional Information Fast-paced ED environment caring for diverse diagnoses and treatments Energetic and knowledgeable personality fit preferred Scrubs of any color currently accepted; hoodies and inappropriate t-shirts not permitted Must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be eligible for travel rate; local candidates may be considered at the local rate First-time travelers will not be considered No holiday RTO permitted Candidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time American Traveler Job ID P-784747. 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 About American Traveler 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.