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Start Date: November 8, 2026
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Every other weekend required; flexible scheduling to meet department needs
Highlights:
- 101-bed Emergency Department at a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center serving a high-volume patient population exceeding 100,000 visits annually
- Patient ratios of 4:1 for medical patients; up to 7:1 for behavioral health holds
- Cerner documentation system with modern equipment including Baxter pumps and GE monitors
- Comprehensive support staff including techs, unit clerks on all shifts, and dedicated cardiac monitoring unit
- Float within various Emergency Department sections; no floating outside the department
- Work at a Magnet-designated facility recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and awarded an "A" Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in an Emergency Department setting
- Experience in Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and high-volume ED environments preferred
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS certifications required before start date
- ENPC certification required within 90 days of hire
- Strong teamwork mentality with ability to provide real-time coaching and feedback
- Flexibility to work in all areas of the Emergency Department
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dynamic Emergency Department team known for exceptional teamwork, welcoming personalities, and commitment to serving a diverse, multi-cultural community representing over 120 languages. This regional referral center offers comprehensive emergency services including pediatric emergency care, advanced cardiac and stroke care, and the only Level III NICU and children's hospital in the region. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a Magnet-designated facility that has earned national recognition for clinical excellence and patient safety, while advancing your skills with the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas and comprehensive specialty services.
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