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Progressive Care Unit RN
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

$1,929-2,012/week

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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 (5W MEDICINE 610)
Number of Beds: 36
Number of Staff: 50+
Day Shift Staffing: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters
Night Shift Staffing: 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 monitors in every patient room, workstations on wheels, Tap and Go computer access
EMR System: Cerner

Job Description

Prepare patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR) procedures
Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Hard-working and compassionate personality preferred

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including PCU experience within the last year
Experience in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing, including medical telemetry monitoring
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience
Charge Nurse experience
BSN degree

Work Schedule & Other Details

Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom), white top with navy blue bottom, or all white
Floating Areas: Med-Surg units 3W, 5W, K8 (sister units)
Weekend Requirement: Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Summary

This travel RN position in Asheville, NC offers the opportunity to work in a well-staffed, technologically equipped PCU unit within a highly recognized hospital system. The role requires at least 2 years of specialty experience, current RN licensure, and certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke. The ideal candidate is compassionate, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Prior travel experience is not required.

Facility

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

3.1rating(171 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

4.0rating

Pros

Schedule flexibility

Cons

Cost of living

Justin H

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position Aug '25

Review of Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus on Feb 21, 2026

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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 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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