CVICU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) opportunity in Asheville, NC — 13-week cardiac ICU assignment for experienced Critical Care RNs. Join a high-acuity, friendly team delivering post-op cardiac and cardiovascular intensive care.

Located in the Heart Tower (3rd Floor) in vibrant Asheville, North Carolina (zip code 28801), this travel nursing job combines advanced cardiac surgery experience with the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a thriving arts community.

Job Details

• Job Title: CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) / Cardiac ICU RN / Critical Care RN (Travel)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
• Location: Heart Tower, 3rd Floor, Asheville, NC 28801 — Asheville travel nursing, North Carolina nursing jobs
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (April 15, 2026 – July 15, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour Nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (valid in North Carolina) — experienced CVICU / Cardiac ICU nurse preferred
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Critical care training and hemodynamic monitoring experience
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU or CVRU experience (cardiac surgery/post-op cardiac care)
• Strong interest and experience in surgical heart care (IABP, Impella, LVAD familiarity a plus)
• High energy, teamwork-oriented, and upbeat personality
• Preferred: Certification in Critical Care (CCRN), Cardiac Surgery, or Recovery Room care

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care in a 19-bed mixed CVICU/CVRU unit with 1:2 or 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios depending on acuity
• Care for patients undergoing cardiac surgery (approximately 850 cases per year) and provide post-op cardiac ICU management
• Perform and assist with procedures including IABP, Impella, LVAD care, intubation/extubation, pulling chest tubes, and removing pacer wires
• Perform frequent ambulation and active recovery support for post-operative cardiac patients
• Monitor hemodynamics and advanced cardiac parameters using GE monitors and document in Cerner EMR
• Float to other ICUs and stepdown units as needed — flexible CVICU/travel RN assignment within the hospital system
• Work alongside experienced charge nurses and an educator for orientation and ongoing clinical support
• Adhere to unit guidelines and dress code (navy blue or white scrubs); arrive prepared to collaborate and maintain patient safety

Why This Travel Nursing Job in Asheville?

• High-acuity CVICU experience at a busy cardiac surgery center—great for advancing cardiac ICU skills
• Supportive team with structured orientation and educator resources for travel RNs
• Opportunity to work with advanced cardiac devices (IABP, Impella, LVAD) and complex post-op patients
• Live and work in Asheville, NC — excellent outdoor recreation, arts, and quality of life

Ready to take the next step in your cardiac critical care career? Apply now to join our CVICU team in Asheville, North Carolina. Submit your resume or contact our recruiter for more details about this travel nursing job.

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