Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,890/week
Posted 10 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date09/21/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,890/week

Description

NICU Registered Nurse – Level III NICU Night Contract in Asheville, North Carolina

Bring your critical care expertise to a high-acuity Level III NICU in Asheville, NC. This 13-week night assignment for an experienced NICU Registered Nurse offers the opportunity to care for medically fragile newborns in a collaborative neonatal intensive care unit with strong multidisciplinary support.

Job Details

  • Specialty: NICU Registered Nurse (NICU RN)
  • Setting: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,680 - $1,770
  • Location: Asheville, North Carolina 28801
  • Location Highlights: Work in a vibrant Blue Ridge Mountain community known for scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, great dining, and a thriving local arts scene.
  • Schedule Environment: Fast-paced neonatal care unit with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for the state of assignment
  • Level III or higher NICU experience required; 2 years or more preferred
  • NRP certification required
  • STABLE and NIC-RNC preferred
  • Ability to work night shifts and every other weekend
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and calm decision-making in high-acuity neonatal care settings
  • Experience with Cerner EMR preferred
  • Comfortable floating to Pediatrics, PICU, and Mother Baby (babies only) as needed

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate, developmentally appropriate care to critically ill and premature newborns
  • Monitor patient status and respond quickly to changes in condition in a high-acuity NICU environment
  • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the care team to support optimal neonatal outcomes
  • Deliver care across a range of acuity levels, including 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, and 1:4 assignments
  • Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EMR
  • Support unit workflow, safety standards, and family-centered care practices
  • Float to approved pediatric areas when assigned and within scope of practice

Apply now for this NICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Asheville, North Carolina, and join a dedicated neonatal healthcare team today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #506342. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: NICU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive 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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