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Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery (Travel)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

Unit: Cardiovascular Pre-Op (CV PreOp)
Beds: 4
Patient Ratio: 1:1
Staffing: RNs supported by CNC, secretary, manager; shared with CVOR
Equipment: GE Carescape Monitoring, Fuji ultrasound
Documentation System: Cerner
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
On-Call: Required to stay late 1-2 times per week
Floating: Within scope of practice and experience

Patient Population & Care

Critical care patients requiring preoperative cardiovascular surgery care
Procedures include large-bore IV starts, chin-to-toe hair removal, medication administration, skin assessment
Assist with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
Transport patients to OR; assist with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin preparation

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of experience in PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care, including experience within the last year
Critical care nursing experience
Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification

Additional Information

Dress code: Uniform provided
The unit is part of a hospital recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety
Exposure to advanced cardiovascular surgical care and technology
Opportunity to work in a highly specialized, supportive team environment

Work Hours

36 hours per week
Monday through Friday day shift with some on-call late shifts required

This position is ideal for experienced critical care RNs seeking a travel assignment in cardiovascular surgical pre-op care with opportunities to utilize advanced skills and work in a recognized, high-quality hospital 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 PreOp / PACU 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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