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Registered Nurse (PCU) - Travel Assignment

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Overview

Unit Type: Step-Down/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Number of Beds: 40
Patient Ratios:
- Step-Down: 1:5
- MedSurg: 1:6
- Combined Step-Down/MedSurg: 1:5 (day and night)
Staffing: Typically 1-2 CNAs based on volume (day and night)
Equipment: Baxter IV pumps
Documentation System: Cerner
Scheduling: Every other weekend, no call, assist with holidays
Floating: Expected to float to other units within skill set
Dress Code: Navy Blue/White scrubs or combination; no t-shirts; navy or white jacket/sweater if needed

Job Description

Focus on ED decompression and enhanced patient throughput
Clinical Decision/Direct Admit Unit: Receive admitted patients from the ED, complete Admission Assessment, Medication Reconciliation, and initiate acute care orders
Patient population includes a wide variety of diagnoses requiring a well-rounded nursing background
Minimal bedside procedures due to unit environment
Opportunities to float to CMU Telemetry Unit or serve as ED Transport Nurse assisting with patient transfers from ED to inpatient units

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification

Additional Information

Most travel nurses on this unit request extensions; some have worked here for several years
The CMU Telemetry Unit monitors telemetry patients centrally to ensure safety and timely placement on telemetry as ordered
ED Transport Nurses help maintain ED throughput by moving higher acuity patients to specialized inpatient units, staffed 24/7 with 2 nurses

This assignment offers a dynamic environment with a focus on acute care, patient safety, and teamwork, ideal for experienced RNs seeking a challenging travel nursing role in a progressive care setting.

Facility

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

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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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