Operating Room RN
Asheville, NC
Catalytic Solutions
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,344/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 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) - Operating Room (OR)
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Facility Overview
- Acute care facility with 815 beds
- Regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care
- Only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital in western NC
- Offers specialties including cardiovascular, orthopedics, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, women's services, and behavioral health
- Second busiest surgical hospital in North Carolina
- Pediatric unit includes a 51-bed Level III Neonatal ICU and 30 pediatric subspecialists
- Recently expanded with a new patient tower featuring a new Emergency Department, interventional procedural rooms, operating rooms, and 220 private patient rooms
- Known for a friendly atmosphere, supportive management, and growth opportunities
- Located in a city with a vibrant arts community, natural beauty, museums, restaurants, and historical sites
Unit Information
- Unit: Asheville Surgery Center
- Staff: 88 total
- Shift Type: Day shift
- Patient Ratios: 1:1 in OR; Perianesthesia ratios vary by acuity
- Equipment: Stryker, Steris, Smith & Nephew
- EMR System: Cerner Surginet
- Case Types:
- Ophthalmology (e.g., cataracts, retina procedures)
- Orthopedics/Sports Medicine (knee, shoulder arthroscopy, hand/foot/ankle procedures)
- Gynecology/Urology (hysteroscopy, D&C, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy)
- Plastics (breast reconstruction, cosmetic procedures)
- General surgery (gallbladder, hernia)
- Pediatrics (dental, orthopedic, general)
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 Operating Room (OR) experience, including within the last year
- Experience in Ophthalmology, OB/GYN, Urology, Pediatrics, and Orthopedics
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Preferred Qualifications
- More than 1 year of ambulatory surgery experience
- CNOR certification
Work Environment & Culture
- Close-knit, family-oriented, friendly, and engaged team
- Dress code: Scrubs provided (green)
- Floating areas include Main Operating Room (MOR), Vascular Operating Room (VOR), and Endoscopy at main campus
- Weekend/on-call: Late call 2 times per week with backup coverage
Schedule & Hours
- Typical shift: 10:45 AM – 9:15 PM
- Approximately 36 hours per week
Additional Notes
- Candidates without at least 1 year of surgical experience matching the case mix will not be considered
- Unit policies align with those of the Main Operating Room (MOR)
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 Operating Room 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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