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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in North Carolina

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in North Carolina

We currently offer 142 of the best RN travel jobs in North Carolina and 48 exclusive, high-paying Registered Nurse travel nurse jobs here that you won’t find anywhere else! RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like Greenville, Roanoke Rapids, Asheville and Fayetteville. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in North Carolina earned about $1,789 per week as of Dec 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,339 to $3,422 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Greenville with a position for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab – Cath Lab at $3,422 per week.

In North Carolina, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville and CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER – NORTHEAST in Concord are well known in North Carolina.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in North Carolina is Jan 27, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab – Cath Lab role at $3,422 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is Mar 10, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU – ICU role at $2,257 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job including 13 weeks and 25 weeks.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, North Carolina is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Top Cities in North Carolina with Travel Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 142 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the state of North Carolina. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Asheville, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 35 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Asheville.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,618 to $2,116
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding PCU unit, based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Oncology
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,562 to $2,043
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Oncology unit, based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. – 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Staff members say this Hospital is a great place to work because of the friendly atmosphere, supportive management, and opportunities for growth. – Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,702 to $1,876
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,702 to $1,876
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Fayetteville, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 23 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Fayetteville.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • March 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,995 to $2,199
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • March 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,230 to $2,458
Weekly Pay*
Cardiac PCU, bedside monitors, bedside medication administration Clinical Overview: CABG, Valve Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery AMI, Heart Catherizations, Respiratory distress- Bipap use, chest tube insertions, arterial line insertions, PA catheter insertions, Targeted Temp Management, Use of epicardial & transvenous pacemakers Common Equiment: , Bi pap, bedside monitor, epicardial pacemakers, accu checks machines, SCDs Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:2, 1:1 May float to ICU, PCU
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • March 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,995 to $2,199
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • March 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,995 to $2,199
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Hickory, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 13 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Hickory.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,621 to $1,787
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital 355 beds Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Center, and Level 3 NICU 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,621 to $1,787
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Labor and Delivery unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,727 to $1,904
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital 355 beds Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Center, and Level 3 NICU 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital
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Highest Paying Jobs in Charlotte, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 10 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Charlotte.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Charlotte, North Carolina – 28210
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 8
$1,415 to $1,560
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Charlotte, North Carolina – 28203
  • 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,521 to $1,676
Weekly Pay*
Ranked Best Regional Hospitals. Ranked Best Children’s Hospitals. Highest rating for Bypass Surgery. Nationally Recognized-Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Charlotte, North Carolina – 28207
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,521 to $1,676
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. – 100+ bed full-service community hospital, specializing in the care of seniors and in complex foot and ankle surgery, hip and knee surgery, bariatric surgery, and women’s pelvic health
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Charlotte, North Carolina – 28203
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 12
$1,415 to $1,560
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Roanoke Rapids, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Roanoke Rapids.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina – 27870
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,798 to $1,981
Weekly Pay*
ECU North Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare organizations. The Hospital is licensed for 204 beds, including psychiatric and nursery. We offer an array of medical and surgical services, including 24-hour emergency care, backed by the latest technology. We strive to create a compassionate environment where our approximately 800 employees can deliver the best care every hour of every day.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina – 27870
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,798 to $1,981
Weekly Pay*
ECU North Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare organizations. The Hospital is licensed for 204 beds, including psychiatric and nursery. We offer an array of medical and surgical services, including 24-hour emergency care, backed by the latest technology. We strive to create a compassionate environment where our approximately 800 employees can deliver the best care every hour of every day.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina – 27870
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,977 to $2,585
Weekly Pay*
ECU North Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare organizations. The Hospital is licensed for 204 beds, including psychiatric and nursery. We offer an array of medical and surgical services, including 24-hour emergency care, backed by the latest technology. We strive to create a compassionate environment where our approximately 800 employees can deliver the best care every hour of every day.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina – 27870
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,921 to $2,117
Weekly Pay*
ECU North Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare organizations. The Hospital is licensed for 204 beds, including psychiatric and nursery. We offer an array of medical and surgical services, including 24-hour emergency care, backed by the latest technology. We strive to create a compassionate environment where our approximately 800 employees can deliver the best care every hour of every day.
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Statistics on RN Jobs in North Carolina

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in North Carolina. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in North Carolina

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in North Carolina?

A Registered Nurse nurse in North Carolina can make an average of $1,819 per week.

How much does a night shift RN travel nurse make on average in North Carolina?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in North Carolina can make an average of $1,825 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift RN make on average in North Carolina?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in North Carolina can make an average of $1,796 per week based on recent job availability.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in North Carolina?

There are currently 142 Registered Nurse travel nursing jobs available in North Carolina. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in North Carolina?

How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in North Carolina?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in North Carolina cities based on the last 6 months.

How long is the most common contract duration for RN travel jobs in North Carolina?

13 weeks is the most common duration for a(n) Registered Nurse travel job in North Carolina based on recent data.

What are the top paying RN jobs available in North Carolina currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in North Carolina

Cities like Asheville, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Hickory, and Roanoke Rapids currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Wake Forest SOM Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wake Forest SOM Department of Anesthesiology, Strategic Interventions, Lucas Research and Aspen Dental – Hendersonville, NC #4216 which all have RN departments.

Healthcare Facilities in North Carolina that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the North Carolina area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 9, 13, 14, 8, and 26
Address
1638 Owen Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bordeaux (28302), Glendale Acres (28302), Clairway (28302), Holiday Park (28302), Evergreen Estates (28304)
Frye Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Address
420 N Center St.
Hickory, NC 28601
Wilson Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
1705 TARBORO ST. SW
Wilson, NC 27893
Nearby Neighborhoods
Breckenridge (27895), Crestview (27895), Quail Hollow (27895), Quail Ridge (27895), Westwood (27893)
Maria Parham Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Address
566 Ruin Creek Rd
Henderson, NC 27536
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 10, and 7
Address
171 Fairview Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
Nash Hospitals Inc
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 9, 1, 16, 13, 17, 18, 10, and 14
Address
2460 Curtis Ellis Dr
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Nearby Neighborhoods
Forest Oaks (27804), Woodridge (27804), Brook Valley Trailer Park (27804), Woodgreen (27803), Berkeley (27803)
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
300 West 27th Street
Lumberton, NC 28358
Halifax Regional Medical Center
Shifts
9 D, 9 E, 9 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Address
250 Smith Church Road
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
Central Carolina Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
1135 Carthage St
Sanford, NC 27330
Nearby Neighborhoods
Berkley Place (27330), Sunset Terrace (27330), Brookwood (27331), Colonial Acres (27331), Longview Acres (27331)
CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER – NORTHEAST
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 7, 25, 11, and 8
Address
920 CHURCH STREET
Concord, NC 28025
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