ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Asheville, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Asheville, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,785/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $49.58
- Weekly
- $1,785
- Yearly (full-time)
- $92,820
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $49.58/hour — 22% 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
- 1,627 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 781 of them in Asheville.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $139/hour, median $51.58/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 141 jobs).
Job description
Join our team for a 13-week travel assignment at Mission Hospital's Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) in Asheville, North Carolina. This role offers the chance to work in a top-tier hospital recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals, where you will be supporting critically ill cardiac patients during night shifts. The workload involves managing ventilated patients, interpreting telemetry, titrating medications such as pressors and sedatives, and collaborating on advanced hemodynamic assessments. The work atmosphere combines professionalism with a touch of camaraderie—think of it as the ultimate team effort, with some high-tech tools and a chance to sharpen your skills in a thriving cardiac environment. If you're passionate about critical care and ready for a rewarding challenge, this assignment is perfect for you.
Weather:
Around this time of year, Asheville experiences generally mild weather, characterized by comfortable temperatures, lush green landscapes, and occasional crisp evenings. It’s an ideal climate for exploring the scenic outdoors and enjoying the fresh mountain air.
Fun Things To Do:
- Blue Ridge Parkway Drive: Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and scenic overlooks on this iconic route.
- Visit Biltmore Estate: Tour the historic mansion, gardens, and wine cellar of America’s largest private home.
- Hiking in Pisgah National Forest: Explore waterfalls, forest trails, and mountain vistas just outside Asheville.
- Day trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Experience some of the most stunning hiking trails and wildlife viewing in the southeastern U.S.
- Explore Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino and Hotel: Try your luck and enjoy live entertainment in nearby Cherokee, NC.
Job Specifics:
Location: Asheville, NC
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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