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ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Sylva, North Carolina

Atlas MedStaffSylva, NCTravel$1,730/Per Week
Agency
Atlas MedStaff
Location
Sylva, NC
Job type
Travel
Pay
$1,730/Per Week
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 15, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$48.06
Weekly
$1,730
Yearly (full-time)
$89,960
Contract length
13 weeks

This job pays about $48.06/hour — 18% 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.

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Job description

Join Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva, NC, for an engaging 13-week travel ICU/PCU RN contract working nights from 7 PM to 7 AM. This role offers the chance to care for adult and geriatric patients with a diverse range of high-acuity conditions, including ventilated patients on vasopressors, septic shock, and respiratory failure, in a cozy 9-bed ICU with shared responsibilities across ICU and step-down units. You'll experience a setting that values your adaptability, with equipment like ventilators, arterial lines, and CVP monitoring at your fingertips. This assignment provides a great opportunity for seasoned travelers to sharpen their skills while enjoying the scenic beauty of the nearby Great Smoky Mountains.

Weather:

Expect mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, typical of western North Carolina, with cool evenings and sunny days that invite outdoor exploration and scenic walks in the mountains.

Fun Things To Do:

  • Fly fishing along the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail.
  • Hiking or scenic drives through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
  • Explore the historic Jackson County Courthouse, the most photographed courthouse in North Carolina.
  • Visit local galleries and shops on Sylva’s charming Main Street.
  • Take a day trip to the Nantahala Gorge for whitewater rafting or kayaking.

Job Specifics:

Location: Sylva, NC
Shift: Nights, 7 PM - 7 AM
Duration: 13 weeks with a guaranteed 36 hours per week
Specialty: ICU/PCU, adult and geriatric patients with a mix of ICU and step-down care
Certifications: Active RN license (state or compact), BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Experience: Minimum 2 years recent adult ICU experience, comfortable with vents, pressors, arterial lines, BiPAP, and mixed ICU/PCU settings
Float requirements: Shared equally with core ICU/PCU staff, with a reduced or modified assignment when floated
Dress Code: Solid scrub color; no artificial nails, open-toed shoes, or strong fragrances

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