Progressive Care Unit RN
Asheville, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,929/weekOverview
- Start Date06/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Beds: 44
- Staffing:
- Day Shift: 2 CNC/Charge Nurses, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
- Night Shift: 2 CNC/Charge Nurses, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
- Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1, stretched to 5:1
- Equipment Used: IV pumps, Skylift, PCA pump, Chest tubes, Trachs, Patient lifts
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
Work Environment & Culture
- Shift Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week
- Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
- Floating Areas: Stepdown units, Med-surg units
- Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend required
- Personality Fit: Team player, patient-focused
Additional Notes
- The unit is part of a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and neonatal intensive care services.
- The hospital is recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety.
- This role is ideal for nurses with neuro and trauma care experience seeking a travel assignment in a high-acuity progressive care setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
243 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
The team has been very efficient and always so helpful.
Cons
Can’t really say I’ve had any.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Progressive Care 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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