Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 11-24-2025

End Date: 02-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM; nights with every other weekend (overnight schedule)

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 compassionate, high-quality orthopedic nursing care for post-op and medical-surgical patients
• Assess and monitor patients using clinical judgment and timely documentation in Cerner EMR
• Perform routine procedures including dressing changes, suture/staple removal, Foley catheter and NG tube care
• Manage wound vac maintenance and removal when needed
• Use patient lifts and mobility equipment safely to support patient mobility and reduce injury risk
• Collaborate with surgeons, therapists, case managers and the care team to plan and deliver individualized care
• Educate patients and families on post-op care, discharge instructions and mobility/safety at home
• Support unit workflow and staffing needs, including floating to other med-surg units as required

Qualifications

• Active NC Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification (required)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience (orthopedics or med-surg experience preferred)
• Comfortable and experienced with orthopedic post-op care and common procedures
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR or willingness to adapt quickly
• Ability to work night shifts and every other weekend with a team-player attitude

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of orthopedic post-operative care and mobility protocols
• Proficiency with Cerner electronic medical records
• Skillful in wound care, Foley and NG tube management, and dressing changes
• Experience using lifts and assistive devices (Sara Stedy, Maxi Move, Sky lifts, etc.)
• Ability to manage typical patient ratios and prioritize care in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan for long-term peace of mind
• Life insurance and basic protection for your loved ones
• Paid time off so you can actually recharge
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Licensure support and credentialing assistance
• A collaborative team that values your skills and growth
• Flexible scheduling conversations when operationally possible

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

Explore Asheville’s outdoor playground and vibrant culture on your off time. Hike scenic trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway or Pisgah National Forest, tour the historic Biltmore Estate, wander the River Arts District and sample local galleries, or enjoy the city’s lively craft brewery and farm-to-table food scene. Plenty of weekend adventures, scenic drives, waterfalls and live music make Asheville a great base for a travel assignment.

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