Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 02-03-2026

End Date: 05-05-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating (primary day shift) — 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM (day), schedule varies and includes weekend coverage (minimum 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period); day-focused role with occasional flexibility for holidays and unit needs

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 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

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care for cardiovascular progressive care (CVPC) patients following unit and hospital protocols
• Monitor telemetry and interpret cardiac rhythms, intervening promptly and communicating changes to the care team
• Manage cardiac drips and titratable infusions (phenylephrine, dobutamine, milrinone, amiodarone, vasopressors, etc.) safely and accurately
• Perform epidural and chest tube management, tube feedings, and other post-op critical care tasks with attention to detail
• Operate and troubleshoot IV pumps (Baxter) and CADD epidural pumps while ensuring accurate medication administration
• Document thoroughly and efficiently in Cerner EMR to maintain continuity of care
• Collaborate as a team player in a fast-paced environment to optimize patient outcomes and support unit flow

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (required)
• ACLS and BLS certifications (required)
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience (post-grad) — experience in stepdown/telemetry strongly preferred
• Experience with cardiac surgery or vascular surgery patients within the last year is a plus
• Familiarity with CVICU care and post-operative cardiac monitoring is desirable
• Comfortable using Cerner EMR and Baxter IV pumps / CADD epidural pumps

Education

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Management of titratable cardiac drips and vasoactive medications
• Epidural and chest tube care
• Tube feeding and nutritional support management
• Proficiency with IV pump operation (Baxter) and infusion safety
• Electronic charting experience (Cerner EMR)
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced unit

Benefits

• Generous travel nurse support to help you hit the ground running
• Medical, dental & vision plan options to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is one less thing to worry about
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• 401(k) retirement savings options to plan for the future
• Professional development and training opportunities — grow your CVICU/stepdown skills
• A supportive team environment where collaboration and humor are welcomed
• Travel reimbursement and housing guidance for your contract stay

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

Asheville is a playground for outdoors lovers and foodies alike — hike or drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, tour the historic Biltmore Estate, chase waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest or DuPont State Forest, explore the vibrant River Arts District and local craft breweries, and enjoy live music and farm-to-table dining downtown. Weekend escapes to nearby mountains or the Carolina coast are easy when you want a change of scenery.

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