Job Opportunity – Emergency Department Registered Nurse – Western North Carolina
Start Date: September 21, 2026
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Every other weekend required; flexible scheduling to meet department needs. No floating outside Emergency Department, but must be available to work all ED sections.
Highlights:
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Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with over 100,000+ annual visits
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101-bed Emergency Department with typical nurse-to-patient ratios of 4:1 (medical) and up to 7:1 (behavioral health holds)
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Cerner EMR documentation system with GE monitors and Baxter pumps
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Supportive team environment with techs, unit clerks, and dedicated cardiac monitoring staff
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Regional referral center featuring Level III NICU, pediatric emergency services, and advanced specialty care
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Magnet-designated facility recognized among America's Top 50 Hospitals and awarded Leapfrog "A" Hospital Safety Grade
Requirements:
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Current North Carolina RN license or compact state license
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Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in an Emergency Department setting
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Level II Trauma Center or high-volume ED experience strongly preferred
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Required certifications prior to start date: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, NIHSS
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ENPC certification required within 90 days of hire
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Demonstrated teamwork mentality with ability to provide real-time coaching and feedback
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Flexibility to work in all areas of the Emergency Department
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a collaborative, welcoming team known for exceptional teamwork and dedication to serving a vibrant, multicultural community representing over 120 languages. This is an opportunity to work in a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated emergency department that serves as the regional referral center for critical care, trauma, stroke, pediatric emergencies, and advanced cardiac services. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to clinical excellence, patient safety, and nursing professional development.
