L&D RN in Asheville, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Asheville, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,476/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $68.78
- Weekly
- $2,476
- Yearly (full-time)
- $128,752
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $68.78/hour — 70% 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 Mission Hospital’s Labor and Delivery unit in Asheville, North Carolina, for a 13-week travel contract that offers a unique opportunity to work in a facility recognized nationally for excellence. As an experienced L&D nurse, you will be responsible for managing high-risk pregnancies, assisting with vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections, and providing immediate newborn care. Your shift will be 12-hour days, giving you ample time to engage with the team and experience the hospital’s state-of-the-art equipment like Baxter Pumps and Phillips electronic fetal monitoring. This assignment is ideal for a compassionate, outgoing nurse comfortable with high patient acuity and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and inviting, with pleasant days and cooler evenings, providing a comfortable backdrop for both work and leisure activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- Blue Ridge Parkway: Enjoy scenic drives and breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountains.
- Biltmore Estate: Tour the historic mansion and sprawling gardens for a taste of Asheville’s rich history.
- Asheville Art District: Explore galleries, street art, and local artisan shops.
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Take a day trip for hiking, wildlife viewing, and exploring waterfalls.
- Nantahala River: Experience white-water rafting or kayaking adventure.
Job Specifics:
Location: Asheville, NC
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
Weekly gross pay: $1,570.98
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