Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,764 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Hickory
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare 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: 03/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Night Shift | Hickory, NC (13-week Travel Assignment) Travel ER Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Hickory, NC. Immediate 13-week travel nursing assignment for experienced Emergency Department RNs with 2 years ER experience. Join a dynamic ED team providing adult and pediatric emergency care while enjoying the Blue Ridge Mountains and Hickory community. Job Details - Location: Hickory, NC 28602 — North Carolina nursing jobs / travel nurse opportunity - Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,570–$1,650 per week - Assignment Length: 13 weeks - Start Date: March 23, 2026 - End Date: June 22, 2026 - Shift: Night shift — 3x12-hour (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), flexible to 4x12s if available - Hours per Week: 36 (option to flex to 48) - Unit: Emergency Department (Adult & Pediatric Combined) — Emergency Department RN / ER nurse role - Patient Ratio: 4:1 - EMR: Meditech (experience preferred, not required) Job Requirements - Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Room RN experience required; 3 years preferred (ER nurse / emergency nursing) - Previous travel nursing experience required - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or compact state - BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (American Heart Association) required - CPI/CIC certification preferred (can be obtained onsite for contracts longer than 3 months) - COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered) Responsibilities - Deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency care for adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced Emergency Department - Perform triage, rapid assessment, and stabilization for a wide range of acute and emergent conditions - Interpret and manage dysrhythmias, administer blood products, and manage IV vasopressors - Initiate and maintain IV access, perform phlebotomy, and follow isolation precautions/PPE protocols - Provide critical decision-making, prioritize care in high-acuity situations, and escalate concerns appropriately - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Pharmacy, and case management - Accurately document patient care and clinical updates in the Meditech EMR system - Work scheduled weekends and holidays as required (minimum every other weekend) This travel nursing role is ideal for experienced ER RNs seeking a Night Shift travel nurse assignment in Hickory, NC. Enjoy competitive travel nursing opportunities, develop emergency care skills, and explore North Carolina. Apply now to join our travel nursing team and advance your Emergency Department RN career. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 465269. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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