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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

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

Facility & Unit Overview

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: 1 RN to 5-6 patients
- Night: 1 RN to 6-7 patients
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

Job Requirements

Specialty: Telemetry Nursing
Required Certifications:
- BLS (required)
- ACLS (required)
- NIH Certification (required)
- CMSRN (encouraged)
Licenses: Registered Nurse License (valid in North Carolina)
Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Telemetry/Med-Surg)
Prior Travel Experience: Not specified (assumed not required)

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience
Charge Nurse experience
BSN degree

Job Details

Typical procedures: Preparation of patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR)
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 shifts: Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Ideal Candidate Profile

Hard-working, compassionate, team-oriented
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment

Additional Notes

The hospital is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and neonatal intensive care units.
Recognized for nursing excellence with Magnet® designation and high safety grades.
The unit supports the mission statement: “Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.”

This position is ideal for RNs with telemetry experience seeking a travel contract in a highly regarded hospital setting with strong clinical support and a collaborative team environment.

Facility

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

3.1rating(169 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

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Short Term Acute Care
723 beds

ADDRESS509 Biltmore AvenueAsheville, NC 28801

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Telemetry 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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