PCU Registered Nurse
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
$1,648-3,272/weekHealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse (PCU) – Travel Position
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) on a travel assignment. The facility is a high-acuity hospital with advanced services including Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke center, Level III NICU, pediatric subspecialists, robotic surgery, and open heart/interventional cardiology programs.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIHSS
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Additional Information
- Employment type: Travel assignment
- Shift details not specified
Facility Highlights (for context)
- Recognized as one of America’s top 1% hospitals for clinical quality (2020-2023)
- Magnet® Designation for nursing excellence
- “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
- Regional referral center with specialized trauma, stroke, neonatal, pediatric, and cardiac services
This opportunity is ideal for experienced RNs seeking a travel role in a highly regarded, advanced care hospital setting.
Facility
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
15 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Pros
Management is fair with daily work assignments. Asheville, NC is a great city to visit
Cons
You will have call. It’s a level 1 trauma center that is large. Very busy place

- Short Term Acute Care
- 723 beds
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- 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.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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