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Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit
Region’s only children’s hospital with pediatric emergency room and 30 pediatric subspecialists
Busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas
Only open heart and interventional cardiology program in the region
Recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals (2020-2023)
Magnet® Designation for nursing excellence
Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A”

Unit Name: PICU (3G)
Number of Beds: 9
Patient Ratios:
- PICU: 1 RN to 1-2 patients
- Stepdown: 1 RN to 2-3 patients
Staffing:
- Unit secretaries and tech availability
- Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) works 9am-9pm
- Tech shared with PICU
Equipment: Alaris pumps
Documentation System: Cerner
Scheduling:
- 6-week schedule cycle
- Must work 3 weekends per 6 weeks
- Self-scheduling available
Floating Policy: May float to Pediatrics and NICU

Unit policies available on intranet
Experienced staff and advanced technology support
Positive, team-oriented environment with a focus on patient safety and quality care

Facility

3.1rating(150 reviews)

9 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

4.0rating

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position

Review of Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus on Nov 28, 2025

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ADDRESS509 Biltmore AvenueAsheville, NC 28801

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

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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