PCU/IMC/Stepdown 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
- Sep 25, 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
- 1,628 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 a specialized Cardiovascular Progressive Care unit as a travel healthcare professional in Asheville, NC, where you'll support patients recovering from complex cardiac and vascular surgeries. This role offers an engaging mix of procedures, including open heart surgeries, thoracic lung surgeries, and vascular interventions. You'll work 12-hour daytime shifts over 13 weeks, providing critical care alongside an experienced team, utilizing advanced equipment like Baxter IV pumps and Cerner EMR. This assignment is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenge of managing a diverse cardiac patient population in a nationally recognized hospital.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather, with comfortable temperatures and seasonal variations that make outdoor activities enjoyable year-round in Asheville.
Fun Things To Do:
- Hiking in the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Exploring Biltmore Estate and Gardens
- Day trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Visit to Asheville Art Museum
Job Specifics:
Location: Asheville, NC
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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