ER RN in Charlotte, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,797/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $49.92
- Weekly
- $1,797
- Yearly (full-time)
- $93,444
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $49.92/hour — 23% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,556 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 23 of them in Charlotte.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $86.97/hour, median $51.46/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse in Charlotte, North Carolina. You will care for a broad adult and pediatric emergency population, supporting cases ranging from respiratory illness, stroke, acute MI, behavioral health, and uncontrolled diabetes to minor trauma and emergency stabilization. This busy emergency setting offers exposure to a wide range of acuities, with support from paramedics, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, social work, advanced practice providers, and physicians.
The schedule is built around 12-hour night shifts, making this a strong fit for an experienced ED nurse who is comfortable working independently after dark. Regional floating may be required within the scope of practice, including nearby emergency and acute-care locations. Candidates should have at least two years of emergency department experience and hold BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI certifications; TNCC is preferred. Required skills include cardiac rhythm interpretation, critical care drips, peripheral IV starts, thrombolytic administration, and conscious sedation. Think of it as a Charlotte assignment with plenty of clinical variety—plus free parking.
Weather
Charlotte typically offers mild, comfortable days with cooler evenings around this time of year. Expect generally pleasant conditions for exploring the city, with occasional rain and a light jacket useful after sunset.
Fun Things To Do
- City outing: Explore Uptown Charlotte, including museums, restaurants, and public art.
- Outdoor adventure: Visit the U.S. National Whitewater Center for trails and river activities.
- Day trip: Spend a day in Asheville enjoying mountain scenery, galleries, and local dining.
- Day trip: Explore Lake Norman for waterfront views, boating, and lakeside recreation.
- Local escape: Walk through the gardens and historic grounds at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Job Specifics
City and State: Charlotte, North Carolina
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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