CVICU RN in Hickory, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Hickory, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,985/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.14
- Weekly
- $1,985
- Yearly (full-time)
- $103,220
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.14/hour — 36% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,640 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 28 of them in Hickory.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $86.97/hour, median $51.56/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 129 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week travel contract is an opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to support a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit in Hickory, North Carolina. The role focuses on adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac conditions and post-procedure needs, including CABG, TAVR, STEMI, and carotid cases. Travelers will work 12-hour night shifts, provide close monitoring and specialized interventions, and care for patients requiring advanced support such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT. The position includes 36 guaranteed hours per week, every-other-weekend coverage or coverage based on facility needs, and no on-call requirement. ACLS and BLS are required, CCRN is preferred, and at least 1.5 years of experience is requested.
Weather:
Hickory typically offers crisp, comfortable weather around this time of year, with cool evenings, mild daytime temperatures, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
• Downtown exploring: Browse local shops, restaurants, and community spaces in downtown Hickory.
• Newton day trip: Spend a relaxed day exploring nearby Newton and its local dining and downtown areas.
• Foothills day trip: Take a scenic drive through the surrounding foothills for outdoor views and fresh air.
• Local dining: Try Hickory-area restaurants and enjoy a casual meal after a night-shift stretch.
• Outdoor recreation: Use nearby parks and walking areas for an easy break from the hospital routine.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Hickory, North Carolina
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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