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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in North Carolina

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in North Carolina

We currently offer 240 of the best RN travel jobs in North Carolina and 61 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 Fayetteville, Asheville and Winston Salem. 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 $1,777 per week as of Mar 1, 2025. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,263 to $2,782 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Fayetteville with a position for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab – Cath Lab at $2,782 per week.

In North Carolina, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City and Vidant Medical Center-SW in Greenville are well known in North Carolina.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in North Carolina is Apr 21, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab – EP Lab role at $2,612 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is May 19, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Telemetry – Tele role at $2,592 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 8 weeks and 13 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 240 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 107 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Asheville.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,714 to $1,888
Weekly Pay*
PCU unit based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team. 24 bed unit with 1:5-6 staffing; 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 – Emergency Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,819 to $2,005
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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 – Telemetry
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,646 to $2,153
Weekly Pay*
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 – Telemetry
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,696 to $1,869
Weekly Pay*
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
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Highest Paying Jobs in Fayetteville, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 31 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Fayetteville.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,048 to $2,257
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,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,048 to $2,257
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 – Telemetry
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28302
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,352 to $2,592
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis: TIA, Syncope, Cellulitis, Sickle Cell Crisis, Chest pain, AKI, UTI, COPD exacerbation, blood sugar management etc Nurse Patient Ratio:4:1 Obs & 5:1 inpatients and 6:1
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina – 28304
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,048 to $2,257
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 25 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Hickory.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,545 to $1,703
Weekly Pay*
A part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Frye Regional Medical Center has served the health and medical needs of the residents of the Catawba Valley region since 1911 with a commitment to delivering high quality and compassionate care with a focus on the patient experience and clinical outcomes. 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 – Medical Surgical
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,545 to $1,703
Weekly Pay*
A part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Frye Regional Medical Center has served the health and medical needs of the residents of the Catawba Valley region since 1911 with a commitment to delivering high quality and compassionate care with a focus on the patient experience and clinical outcomes. 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 – Medical Surgical
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,545 to $1,703
Weekly Pay*
A part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Frye Regional Medical Center has served the health and medical needs of the residents of the Catawba Valley region since 1911 with a commitment to delivering high quality and compassionate care with a focus on the patient experience and clinical outcomes. 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 – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,369 to $1,508
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.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Greenville, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 12 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Greenville.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Greenville, North Carolina – 27834
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,021 to $2,228
Weekly Pay*
Enterprise Central Region **FLOAT BETWEEN ECU Medical Center, Beaufort, Edgecombe
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Greenville, North Carolina – 27834
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,021 to $2,228
Weekly Pay*
Enterprise Central Region **FLOAT BETWEEN ECU Medical Center, Beaufort, Edgecombe
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Greenville, North Carolina – 27834
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 14
$2,021 to $2,228
Weekly Pay*
The population consists of trauma and transplant subspecialties. This includes, but is not limited to: Isolated trauma from falls (bone fractures, SAH, SDH, etc.) Multisystem trauma (motor vehicle crashes, motorcycle crashes, gunshot wounds, stabs, animal/snake bites) Pre and post-surgical care (transplants, emergent general surgery, orthopedic) Complex pain/wound management Patients in this setting may require frequent assessments and collaborative evaluations to manage intermediate care status. Continuity of care is facilitated in this unit through ICU transition for optimization of clinical outcomes. Registered nurses provide care in conjunction with the nursing assistant and medical team. Assignments are based on the patient’s needs, the geographical location of the patients, and the resources available. The charge nurse does not have a patient assignment. BLS is required upon hire.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Greenville, North Carolina – 27834
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,021 to $2,228
Weekly Pay*
The population consists of trauma and transplant subspecialties. This includes, but is not limited to: Isolated trauma from falls (bone fractures, SAH, SDH, etc.) Multisystem trauma (motor vehicle crashes, motorcycle crashes, gunshot wounds, stabs, animal/snake bites) Pre and post-surgical care (transplants, emergent general surgery, orthopedic) Complex pain/wound management Patients in this setting may require frequent assessments and collaborative evaluations to manage intermediate care status. Continuity of care is facilitated in this unit through ICU transition for optimization of clinical outcomes. Registered nurses provide care in conjunction with the nursing assistant and medical team. Assignments are based on the patient’s needs, the geographical location of the patients, and the resources available. The charge nurse does not have a patient assignment. BLS is required upon hire.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Henderson, NC

AMN Healthcare currently has 12 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Henderson.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Henderson, North Carolina – 27536
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,651 to $1,819
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital Joint Commission Accredited Region’s largest and most comprehensive ED + Free Standing ED Largest and most advanced ICU and PCU 205 licensed beds “A” in LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Henderson, North Carolina – 27536
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,651 to $1,819
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital Joint Commission Accredited Region’s largest and most comprehensive ED + Free Standing ED Largest and most advanced ICU and PCU 205 licensed beds “A” in LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Henderson, North Carolina – 27536
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,651 to $1,819
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital Joint Commission Accredited Region’s largest and most comprehensive ED + Free Standing ED Largest and most advanced ICU and PCU 205 licensed beds “A” in LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Henderson, North Carolina – 27536
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,651 to $1,819
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital Joint Commission Accredited Region’s largest and most comprehensive ED + Free Standing ED Largest and most advanced ICU and PCU 205 licensed beds “A” in LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating
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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 $1,818 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 $1,822 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 $1,788 per week based on recent job availability.

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

There are currently 240 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, Fayetteville, Greenville, Henderson, and Hickory currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center – Mercy, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and Lake Norman Regional Medical Center 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.

Mission-St. Joseph’s Health System
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 24, 1113, 11, and 26
Address
509 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
Nearby Neighborhoods
Biltmore Village (28801), East View Association (28803), Biltmore South (28803), Shiloh (28803), Great Smokies (28801)
Frye Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 5, 6, 10, and 14
Address
420 N Center St.
Hickory, NC 28601
Vidant Medical Center-SW
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 1312, 2, 3, and 14
Address
2100 Stantonsburg Rd
Greenville, NC 27834
Nearby Neighborhoods
Sheraton Place (27835), Oakmont (27835), Westhaven (27833), Dellwood (27858), Baytree (27858)
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, 7, 14, and 8
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
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Halifax Regional Medical Center
Shifts
9 D, 9 E, 9 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 13, 14, 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
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 9 D, 9 E, 9 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 25, and 8
Address
1000 Blythe Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28203
Nearby Neighborhoods
Dilworth (28203), Myers Park (28207), Cherry (28204), Colonial Heights (28204), Rosemont (28204)
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