Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 10-19-2025

End Date: 01-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day shifts (includes every other weekend), 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM, day shift

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

• Provide compassionate, high-quality emergency nursing care to diverse patients
• Rapidly assess and triage patients to prioritize lifesaving interventions
• Collaborate with physicians, techs, and unit staff to deliver seamless care
• Coach and give real-time feedback to colleagues to elevate team performance
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Cerner
• Operate and manage unit equipment such as Baxter pumps and GE monitors
• Participate in patient experience initiatives (AIDET, respectful communication)
• Support department flow and adaptability by floating to ED sections as needed
• Maintain vigilance for stroke and trauma protocols in this high-volume ED

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (state-specific or compact where applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in an ER setting
• Experience in a Level 2 trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and/or high-volume ED preferred
• Current ACLS and BLS required before start
• PALS, TNCC, CPI, and NIHSS required before start; ENPC within 90 days of hire
• Strong teamwork mentality and demonstrated ability to coach and give feedback in real time
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and flexible to float within the ED

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient with Cerner documentation and electronic charting
• Triage and rapid assessment skills for emergency presentations
• Experience with Baxter infusion pumps and GE cardiac/monitoring systems
• Strong situational awareness for trauma and stroke care
• Excellent communication, patient experience (AIDET) and de-escalation skills
• Ability to work efficiently in high-volume ED settings and adapt to changing priorities
• Team coaching, real-time feedback, and mentoring skills

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge and come back energized
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support for a smooth start
• Referral bonus program and opportunities to grow within a supportive team
• A welcoming team culture that values collaboration, coaching, and respect

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

As a travel RN in Asheville, you can explore the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, hike in Pisgah National Forest and the nearby Great Smoky Mountains, or visit the iconic Biltmore Estate down the road. Enjoy Asheville’s vibrant craft brewery scene, eclectic downtown arts district, live music venues, farm-to-table dining, and riverside parks—perfect for weekend adventures and recharging between shifts.

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