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Travel Emergency Department RN

BesticaAsheville, NCMay 16th, 2026
Job DescriptionBestica is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ED - Emergency DepartmentDiscipline: RNDuration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: Travel1004277 RN – Emergency Room (ER Care Center) | Travel AssignmentLocation: Asheville, NC Unit: Emergency Department (ED Care Center)Position Type: Travel RNDuration: 13 WeeksShift: Night Shift (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)Schedule: 3x12s | Every other weekend requiredBlock Scheduling: Not available Why This ER Role Stands OutJoin one of the busiest and most dynamic Emergency Departments in North Carolina, serving a high-volume, diverse patient population with over 100,000+ annual visits.What makes this opportunity attractive:High-acuity Level II Trauma Center experienceExposure to stroke, trauma, behavioral health, and complex ED casesStrong interdisciplinary ED team with techs, clerks, and specialized support staffFast-paced environment ideal for strong ER cliniciansOpportunity to grow skills in a comprehensive stroke center EDHighly diverse patient population with 120+ languages represented in the community Unit OverviewThe ER Care Center provides comprehensive emergency services with dedicated zones for medical, trauma, behavioral health holds, and rapid assessment.Beds: 101Patient Ratio: 4:1 typical (up to 7:1 behavioral health holds)EMR: CernerEquipment: Baxter pumps, GE monitorsStaffing: Techs, triage support, unit clerks (24/7 coverage) Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver emergency nursing care in a high-volume ED settingTriage, assess, and prioritize patients based on acuityManage trauma, stroke, medical, and behavioral health casesProvide real-time patient monitoring and interventionCollaborate with ED physicians and interdisciplinary teamsMaintain accurate and timely documentation in CernerSupport patient experience initiatives (AIDET, communication updates)Flexibly float within ED zones as needed Required QualificationsActive RN License (NC or Compact)Minimum 2 years nursing experienceAt least 1 year recent ER experience (required)Experience in Level II Trauma or high-volume ED (>100K visits preferred)Strong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments Required Certifications (Must Have Before Start)BLS (AHA)ACLS (AHA)PALSTNCCCPINIHSSENPC (within 90 days of hire) ️ Compliance RequirementFULL SSN IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSIONFull SSN is required at the time of submission Ideal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for an ER RN who:Thrives in high-acuity, fast-moving environmentsHas strong critical thinking and rapid decision-making skillsWorks well under pressure with a team-first mindsetIs comfortable rotating across all ED zonesCommunicates effectively and supports patient experience standards Facility HighlightsLevel II Trauma Center & Comprehensive Stroke CenterHigh-volume emergency departmentStrong team culture focused on collaboration and patient safetyDiverse patient population and community impact ️ Additional NotesMust be open to floating within ED areasNo block scheduling availableEvery other weekend requiredNavy scrubs requiredCompliance and certifications must be completed prior to start Why Candidates Choose This AssignmentHigh-acuity ER experience in a respected trauma centerStrong pay rate for NC ED marketExcellent skill-building opportunity in trauma, stroke, and behavioral healthCollaborative and supportive ED cultureFast-paced environment ideal for experienced ER travelers 1004277\n\n\n Required Qualifications\n•\tActive RN License (NC or Compact) \n•\tMinimum 2 years nursing experience \n•\tAt least 1 year recent ER experience (required) \n•\tExperience in Level II Trauma or high-volume ED (>100K visits preferred) \n•\tStrong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments \n________________________________________\n Required Certifications (Must Have Before Start)\n•\tBLS (AHA) \n•\tACLS (AHA) \n•\tPALS \n•\tTNCC \n•\tCPI \n•\tNIHSS \n•\tENPC (within 90 days of hire) \n________________________________________\n️ Compliance Requirement\n•\tFULL SSN IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION \n•\tFull SSN is required at the time of submissionAbout BesticaWe are a trusted provider of solutions in Information Technology and Healthcare sectors to the DoD, Federal and Commercial markets. Our guiding principle and core values help us care for our people and the community; and build a culture of excellence which in turn helps us achieve our organizational objective of exceeding customer's expectations in each and every project. Headquartered in San Antonio, TX, we were founded in 2005 and are certified as an 8(a) Business.BenefitsReferral bonus