Telemetry RN
Asheville, NC
Catalytic Solutions
2x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,354/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown2x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit: General Surgery (K8)
- Beds: 44
- Staff per shift:
- Day: 1 charge nurse, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 unit secretary
- Night: 1 charge nurse, 10 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 unit secretary
- Patient Ratios:
- Day shift: 1:6
- Night shift: 1:7
- Equipment used: Telemetry, PCA pumps, wound vacs, Baxter IV pumps, TPN, tube feeds, urinary catheters
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Job Description
- Provide nursing care on a fast-paced general surgery unit with a focus on telemetry patients.
- Manage 6-7 patients depending on the shift.
- Patient populations primarily include urology and bowel cases.
- Typical procedures and care include:
- TPN administration
- PCA management
- Wound vacs
- Tube feeds, PEG tubes, dobhoff and NG tubes
- Care for colostomies, urostomies, biliary drains, JP drains, nephrostomy tubes, urinary catheters, and continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
- Administration of heparin drips and IV antibiotics
- Post-operative care for cholecystectomies, appendectomies, podiatry, bowel resections, plastics, urology surgeries, nephrectomies, hysterectomies, mastectomies, oral/maxillary, thyroidectomies, and hernia repairs
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Work Schedule & Environment
- Hours per week: 36
- Weekend shifts: Approximately 6 weekend shifts every 6 weeks
- Dress code: Navy blue pants, navy blue or white scrub top and jacket (if needed), white undershirt (if needed). No sweaters, sweatshirts, hoodies, coats, or jackets allowed.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Positive, smiling, and engaging personality
- Fast-paced and energetic
- Strong communication skills with charge nurses, unit secretaries, providers, and CNA team
Additional Information
- Floating: May be required to float to other medical-surgical areas as needed
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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