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
- Sep 16, 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 the team at a distinguished Level I Trauma Center as an ICU nurse in the Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU). This 13-week contract offers the opportunity to work in a busy specialized environment where you'll handle critical patients requiring advanced procedures such as intubation, chest tube placement, and CRRT. The role involves rotating shifts on 12-hour nights, with a focus on collaboration and utilizing advanced equipment like GE ventilators and GE Carescape monitors. Get ready to embrace a fast-paced setting that values compassionate care and technical proficiency, all while enjoying the comfort of being part of a respected healthcare institution known for excellence.
Weather:
The climate tends to be mild and pleasant around this time, with warm days and crisp evenings, making outdoor activities enjoyable and comfortable for most of the day.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway for a day hike or drive
- Visit the Biltmore Estate for a tour of historic architecture and gardens
- Discover the vibrant local art galleries downtown
- Take a short trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Enjoy a river rafting adventure on the French Broad River
Job Specifics:
Location: Asheville, NC
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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