Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Asheville, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,030/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is sought for a facility located in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves participation on a rapid response team within a 815-bed hospital that provides advanced emergency and critically ill patient care. The position focuses on supporting staff across the facility, ensuring timely responses to urgent patient needs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification; NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification; at least 5 years of ICU experience; experience in a dedicated rapid response role is highly preferred
- Preferred Qualifications: Background in Medical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department (ED)
- Additional Information: The role involves supporting the rapid response team, with no patient assignment responsibilities. Candidates should demonstrate compassionate demeanor and strong teamwork skills. The position involves working rotating weekends without on-call duties. The unit primarily performs procedures such as cardiac arrest management, targeted temperature management (TTM), trauma, stroke, and STEMI workups.
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- Location: 509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, North Carolina 28801
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
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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