Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN
Asheville, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,929/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,929/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

North Carolina Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Job Opportunity: RN - PCU (Progressive Care Unit)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit: 5 West Medicine (36 beds)
Staff: 50+ (Day shift: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters; Night shift: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 0.5 HUC, 1-2 sitters)
Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- Day RN: 1:5-6
- Night RN: 1:6-7
Equipment: Medical remote telemetry monitoring, Cerner Patient Observation (CPO), VC150 devices in every patient room, workstations on wheels, Tap and Go computer access
EMR System: Cerner

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
Experience in Stepdown, Intermediate Care, Surgical ICU Stepdown, and Direct Observation Unit (DOU)
Current ACLS and BLS certifications
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience working with Level 2 Trauma patients, Neonate patients, and Pediatric patients
Medical telemetry experience

Job Details

Typical procedures: Preparation of patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR)
Work environment: Fast-paced, team-oriented, compassionate, and hard-working culture
Floating areas: Med-Surg units 3W, 5W, K8 (sister units)
Dress code: Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom), white top with navy blue bottom, or all white
Weekend requirement: Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Additional Notes

The hospital is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and neonatal intensive care units.
Recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety with Magnet® designation and high safety grades.

Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1036 reviews)

223 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

I’ve been working with Joey for several months before we finally landed on this assignment, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better recruiter. He really takes the time to listen to what I’m looking for and makes a real effort to find opportunities that match my preferences and goals. I never felt pressured into taking something that wasn’t right for me. This whole experience has been smooth and positive because of his support, communication, and patience throughout the process. I’m very grateful to have him as my recruiter and would definitely recommend him to other nurses.

Cons

None.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Review of Joey Duhart on Mar 3, 2026

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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Progressive 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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