Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 02-20-2026

End Date: 05-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable days, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (12-hour day shifts; call required)

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 expert perioperative nursing care for surgical patients before, during, and after procedures
• Assist and scrub for a broad mix of surgeries including general, GYN, robotics, neuro, orthopedics, plastics, urology, burn and trauma
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure surgical safety standards are followed at all times
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently using Cerner
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, techs, and support staff for seamless case flow
• Respond to emergent situations and support rapid, coordinated interventions when needed
• Support unit needs by floating to other departments as required and contributing to team staffing

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (NC or compact state preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of operating room/perioperative nursing experience
• Demonstrated experience across surgical service lines such as general surgery, GYN, robotics, neurosurgery, orthopedics, plastics, urology, burn and trauma
• Experience with Cerner or similar electronic documentation systems
• Ability to work variable schedules and participate in on-call rotations
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered skills
• Certifications such as BLS (and ACLS or specialty certifications) are a plus

Knowledge & Skills

• Perioperative nursing principles and surgical patient care
• Sterile technique and instrument familiarity
• Knowledge of multiple surgical specialties (general, GYN, robotics, neuro, ortho, plastics, urology, burn/trauma)
• Proficiency with Cerner documentation
• Patient assessment, intraoperative monitoring, and perioperative safety practices
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced operating room environment and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

• Generous travel nurse support and practical perks to make your assignment smooth and enjoyable
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and life insurance to help protect your future
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to simplify working across states
• Travel reimbursement and relocation support to get you on-site quickly
• Referral bonus programs for recommending great teammates
• A collaborative, supportive surgical team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

Asheville is an outdoor and cultural playground. Explore the Biltmore Estate, take scenic drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway, hike in Pisgah National Forest, wander the River Arts District and enjoy a thriving craft beer and farm-to-table dining scene. Weekend trips to the Great Smoky Mountains and nearby waterfalls are easy to plan, and downtown Asheville offers live music, galleries, and plenty of local flavor to enjoy on your off days.

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