Job Opportunity – Emergency Department Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: October 12, 2026
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15); 48-hour contracts preferred; every other weekend required; no call; no float
Highlights:
- High-volume emergency department serving approximately 170 patient visits per day across 53 beds
- Level 2 trauma center treating adult patients including STEMI, stroke, and trauma cases
- Competitive patient ratios: 3:1 non-critical, 2:1 critical patients, 5:1 medical boarders
- Contract length up to 20+ weeks through February 27, 2027 to support the unit through the holiday season
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, rapid response, and respiratory services
- First-time travelers welcome; local candidates accepted
Requirements:
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state)
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
- Required certifications: TNCC, ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and MOAB
- Required skills: IV start, triage, telemetry, and conscious sedation
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- Trauma experience preferred; ENPC certification preferred
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This fast-paced emergency department position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact caring for a diverse patient population in critical moments. You'll work alongside a dedicated team in a supportive environment with extensive resources, gaining valuable experience with complex cases including cardiac emergencies, stroke, and trauma. The flexible contract length allows you to extend your assignment through the busy holiday season while maintaining work-life balance with structured weekend requirements.