Cardiovascular Surgery RN
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Unit: Cardiovascular Pre-Op, Heart Tower (4 beds)
• Patient Ratio: 1:1
• Staffing includes RNs, CNC support, secretary, and 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

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of preoperative nursing experience, with at least one year within the last year
• Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience
• Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in BCMA and excellent documentation practices
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills for interdepartmental collaboration

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform large-bore IV starts, chin-to-toe hair removal, medication administration, and skin assessments
• Assist with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
• Transport patients to the OR and assist with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin preparation

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Uniform provided
• The unit supports a high-acuity patient population with advanced cardiovascular surgical care
• Recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety standards
• Exposure to advanced technology and equipment in a specialized cardiovascular surgical setting

Important Notes

• No first-time travelers accepted for this assignment
• Prior travel experience is required