Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,021/week

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Overview

Start Date06/22/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

2% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$2,021/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

North Carolina Nursing License

Other

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Updated Resume

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit: Trauma Telemetry (A4W Trauma Tele)
Beds: 36
Staff: 50+
Shifts:
- Day: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters
- Night: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 0.5 HUC, 1-2 sitters
Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- Day RN: 1:5-6
- Night RN: 1:6-7
Equipment: Medical remote telemetry monitoring, Cerner Patient Observation (CPO), VC150 devices in every patient room, workstation on wheels for each staff member, Tap and Go computer/documentation access
EMR System: Cerner

Job Description

Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment requiring compassion and hard work
Prepare patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR) procedures
Floating opportunities to Med-Surg units (3W, 5W, K8 sister units)
Dress code: Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom), white top with navy blue bottom, or all white

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Education: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Telemetry experience

Scheduling

36 hours per week
Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Additional Information

The unit supports a Level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center
Recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety standards
Commitment to high-quality patient care and improvement of human life

Employer

PRIDE Health

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57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

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Review of PRIDE Health on May 3, 2026

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About

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.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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