Location: Asheville, NC

Start Date: 11-16-2025

End Date: 02-15-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating shifts (including every-other-weekend coverage), 12:45 PM - 1:15 AM NOC

Hours per Week: 38

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 high-quality emergency nursing care in a Level 2 trauma, high-volume ED
• Triage patients quickly and accurately to prioritize care and improve outcomes
• Manage patient assignments with appropriate ratios and ensure safe monitoring
• Document thoroughly and efficiently in Cerner to maintain clear clinical records
• Coach and support teammates in real time, delivering constructive feedback
• Collaborate with techs, unit clerks, and the care team to streamline patient flow
• Follow AIDET and patient experience standards to keep patients informed and respected
• Adapt to varied ED sections and maintain a flexible, solution-focused approach

Qualifications

• Active RN license (state-appropriate) required
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience, with at least 1 year in an ER setting
• Required certifications before start: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, NIHSS
• ENPC required within 90 days of hire
• Experience in Level 2 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center strongly preferred
• Comfortable working in a high-volume ED (>100,000 visits) and able to manage varied patient ratios
• Ability to coach colleagues, provide real-time feedback, and work collaboratively

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient with Cerner documentation and electronic charting
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring and interpretation using GE monitors
• Familiarity with Baxter infusion pumps and ED-specific equipment
• Strong triage skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient experience focus (AIDET)
• Flexibility to float within ED sections and adapt to changing unit needs

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork isn’t a headache
• Robust onboarding and unit orientation to set you up for success from day one
• Paid time off options so you can recharge between shifts
• Travel reimbursement and professional liability coverage for peace of mind
• Opportunities for continuing education and certification support (ENPC within 90 days)
• A supportive, team-first culture that values flexibility, coaching, and real-time feedback

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC

Asheville is a gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains — think scenic hikes on the Blue Ridge Parkway, weekend trips to the iconic Biltmore Estate, and a lively downtown filled with craft breweries, farm-to-table restaurants, galleries, and live music. Explore botanical gardens, scenic drives, riverwalks, and nearby Pisgah National Forest for outdoor adventures between shifts.

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