Travel Contract

CVICU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$1,906/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,906/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

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Required

Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years

Other qualifications

License

North Carolina Nursing License

Description

Registered Nurse (CVICU) - Travel Position

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Overview

19-bed mixed CVICU/CVRU unit with 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio depending on acuity; holdover downgraded patients may have 1:3 ratio
High-acuity cardiac surgery unit performing approximately 850 heart surgeries annually
Support team includes experienced CVICU/CVRU charge nurses and an educator for orientation
Core nurses trained in critical care, heart care, recovery, and device management
ECMO team available; frequent use of Impella, IABP, and LVADs
Utilizes GE monitors and Cerner EMR system
Floating assignments include all ICUs and Stepdown units, and other areas as needed

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Critical Care training

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in Critical Care, Cardiac Surgery, or Recovery Room care

Typical Procedures and Skills

Management of IABP, Impella devices, and LVAD care (with team support)
Hemodynamic monitoring
Intubation and extubation
Pulling chest tubes and pacer wires
Frequent patient ambulation

Work Environment and Culture

Friendly, high-energy unit valuing lifelong learning and critical care expertise
Nurse attire: navy blue or white scrubs, nursing shoes, hair off shoulders, no fake nails
Shift start time adherence: arrive no earlier than 7 minutes before or after 0645 start
Overtime requires approval
Safety-first approach: new procedures require guidance from a second nurse or Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC)
Weekend/on-call schedule: every other weekend with extra days off included in contract

This position is ideal for experienced CVICU nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac surgical environment and enjoy working with advanced cardiac devices and a supportive team.

Employer

Travel Nurses, Inc.

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Fantastic!

Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search

Review of Marissa Morgan on Feb 9, 2024

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About

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU 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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