Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Asheville, NC
Start Date: 03-30-2026
End Date: 06-29-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days: Not specified, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM Night shift
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $55 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
- Deliver compassionate, expert critical care to adult ICU patients with attention to safety and outcomes
- Monitor and interpret complex hemodynamic and ventilatory data to inform treatment decisions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams — physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy — to execute care plans
- Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and implement evidence-based interventions
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses clearly in the medical record
- Mentor and support peers and assist in unit workflow while maintaining patient-centered care
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state licensure as required for assignment)
- Minimum 2+ years of recent ICU nursing experience
- Current BLS certification; ACLS preferred or required by some facilities
- Demonstrated competency with ventilator management and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Ability to pass facility orientation and meet credentialing requirements for travel assignments
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN). BSN preferred by some facilities
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong critical care assessment skills and clinical judgment
- Experience with ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, and titratable drips
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and accurate documentation
- Excellent communication and teamwork in high-acuity environments
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and maintain composure during emergent situations
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan so you can build your future while helping others
- Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
- Paid Time Off to recharge between adventures
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make crossing state lines easier
- A supportive team that values YOU and your professional growth
- Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities
Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, NC
Asheville is a vibrant mountain town with plenty to explore between shifts. Hike sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway or Pisgah National Forest, tour the historic Biltmore Estate, wander the lively River Arts District, sample local craft breweries and farm-to-table restaurants, and enjoy frequent outdoor festivals and music events. Weekend getaways to nearby waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and charming mountain towns are easy and rewarding.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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