Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,039/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse (CVICU) - Travel Position
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Unit Overview
- 19-bed mixed CVICU/CVRU unit with 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio depending on acuity; downgraded patients may have 1:3 ratio
- High-acuity heart surgery unit performing approximately 850 heart surgeries annually
- Supportive team including experienced CVICU/CVRU charge nurses and an educator for orientation
- Core nurses trained in critical care, heart care, recovery, and device management
- Specialized care includes ECMO, Impella, IABP, and LVADs
- Utilizes GE monitors and Cerner EMR system
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in Critical Care, Cardiac Surgery, or Recovery Room care
Typical Procedures Performed
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) management
- Impella device care
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Frequent patient ambulation
- Chest tube and pacer wire removal
- LVAD care (supported by specialized team)
- Intubation and extubation
Work Environment & Culture
- Friendly, high-energy unit valuing lifelong learning and critical care expertise
- Floating assignments include all ICUs and Stepdown units, with potential coverage on other units as needed
- Dress code: navy blue or white scrubs, nursing shoes, hair off shoulders, no fake nails
- Shift start time: arrive no earlier than 7 minutes before or after 6:45 AM
- Overtime requires approval
- Safety emphasis: new procedures require guidance from a charge nurse
Scheduling
- Every other weekend required
- Extra days off included in contract
This position is ideal for experienced CVICU nurses who enjoy a fast-paced, specialized cardiac surgical environment and are seeking a travel assignment.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Gargi was the first one to take a chance on me and land me an interview with a company. She is adept in science and took an interest in my specialty background. I am excited about the oppurtunities and not being dismissed for not having any generalist experience, despite nearly a decade of professional skill building within a reference laboratory.
Cons
None
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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