
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 9, 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
This ICU travel contract places you in a J4-NSICU unit within a reputable hospital in Asheville, NC. The role involves providing specialized critical care for neurology post thrombectomy, TPA patients, and post-neurosurgery cases. You will be working 12-hour night shifts over a 13-week period, with a weekly commitment of approximately 36 hours. The position requires hands-on experience with bedside procedures such as CRRT, bedside EVDs, and A-line monitoring, utilizing equipment like Baxter pumps. Candidates should be comfortable with self-scheduling, weekend shifts, and floating to other ICUs or step-down units as needed. Ideal applicants are experienced in ICU nursing, hold current ACLS and BLS certifications, and have a background in neurology-related critical care. This assignment offers the opportunity to work in a technologically advanced environment with a dedicated team, emphasizing neurology recovery and critical interventions.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Asheville typically features mild temperatures with clear to partly cloudy skies. It’s a comfortable climate that offers both warmth and occasional refreshing breezes, perfect for outdoor exploration after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Blue Ridge Parkway Drive: Enjoy a scenic drive along one of the most beautiful routes in the country with panoramic mountain views.
- Asheville Art Tour: Explore local art galleries, vibrant street murals, and unique craft studios downtown.
- Visit Biltmore Estate: Tour a grand historic mansion with exquisite gardens—a must-see day trip just outside the city.
- Hiking in Pisgah National Forest: Discover waterfalls, trails, and nature at its finest with a day hike.
- Whitewater Rafting: Experience an adrenaline rush on nearby rivers suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
Job Specifics:
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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