Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM (specific days not provided in posting)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and triage patients rapidly upon arrival to prioritize care and improve outcomes
• Administer medications and treatments safely and document all interventions accurately
• Perform focused, high-acuity nursing interventions in a busy emergency department
• Collaborate with physicians, techs, and ancillary staff to create streamlined patient plans
• Provide clear patient and family education during high-stress situations
• Maintain accurate, timely charting in the electronic health record to support continuity of care
• Respond to emergencies and assist with resuscitations, critical procedures, and transfers

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure — must meet state requirements for practice
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience (experience in Emergency Department highly preferred)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required; ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred
• Current clinical skills in triage, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and emergency interventions
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and effective communication skills
• Ability to work nights and handle a fast-paced, unpredictable ED environment

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)

Knowledge & Skills

• Emergency nursing assessment and triage skills
• Familiarity with ED workflows, rapid decision-making, and crisis management
• Medication administration and IV/line management
• Experience with electronic health records and accurate clinical documentation
• Teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to lead in urgent situations
• Patient- and family-centered care with cultural sensitivity

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make relocation easy
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge after intense shifts
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring great people, get rewarded
• A supportive, collaborative ED team that values your voice and expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

Asheville is a playground for outdoor lovers and foodies alike. Explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and countless hiking trails, tour the iconic Biltmore Estate, wander the River Arts District galleries, sample craft beers at local breweries, enjoy live music downtown, and take weekend trips to nearby waterfalls and scenic mountain towns. Plenty to do on days off!

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