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Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Position

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility Overview

Large flagship hospital with 815 licensed beds
Recognized nationally for clinical quality and patient safety
Magnet® Designation for nursing excellence
Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal ICU
Regional leader in robotic surgery, open heart, and interventional cardiology
Pediatric emergency services with 30 pediatric subspecialists

Unit Information

Unit: 5 West Medicine (5W MEDICINE 610)
Beds: 36
Staff: 50+
Shift Staffing:
- Day: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters
- Night: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 0.5 HUC, 1-2 sitters
Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Day RN: 1:5 or 1:6
- Night RN: 1:6 or 1:7

Equipment & Technology

Medical remote telemetry monitoring
Cerner Patient Observation (CPO)
VC150 devices in every patient room
Workstation on wheels for every staff member
Tap and Go computer/documentation access
EMR system: Cerner

Required Skills & Certifications

Must have:
- BLS certification
- Medical telemetry experience
Preferred:
- Leadership experience
- Charge nurse experience
- BSN degree
CMSRN certification encouraged

Typical Procedures

Unit does not perform procedures directly but prepares patients for:
- Endoscopy
- Interventional Radiology (IR)
- Operating Room (OR)

Work Environment & Culture

Fast-paced, team-oriented, compassionate
Hard-working individuals preferred
Floating areas include 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

Scheduling & Shifts

Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts every 6 weeks (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Mission Statement

Committed to the care and improvement of human life
Unit policies support this mission and are available upon request

This position offers an opportunity to work in a highly recognized hospital with excellent nursing standards and a supportive team environment.

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 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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