ICU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,975/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nursing position located in Asheville, North Carolina. The role involves providing advanced critical care for trauma and surgical patients in a specialized intensive care environment. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Asheville, North Carolina
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, trauma ICU experience (Level I or Level II Trauma Centers), surgical ICU experience, at least 6 weekend shifts required in a 6-week schedule
- Preferred Qualifications: Team players with positive attitudes, flexible, experienced with acute care ICU skills and procedures such as intubation, chest tube placement, central line placement, A-line placement, Foley placement, bronchoscopy, endoscopy, proning, TPA administration, hypertonic medication administration, trach placement, external ventricular drain (EVD) placement, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), debridement, and minor surgery
- Additional Information: Modified self-scheduling policy is in place, with float policy requiring travelers to float before core staff and to various ICU units or step-down units as needed
- Certifications: Active ACLS and BLS required
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
Super quick response, fast, and professional.
Cons
None
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8 nurses found this helpful
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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