Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
Asheville, NC
Planet Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,909/week

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Overview

Start Date02/03/2025
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration26 weeks

Pay

2% higher than average Registered Nurse / Surgical ICU Nurse pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$1,909/week

Benefits

Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus

Description

Certification details

ACLS
BLS
NIHSS

Job details

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
The Kind. The Brave. The Driven.
Committed to Positive Impact. Committed to You.
Mission Hospital, located in Asheville, North Carolina, is Mission Health’s flagship hospital, licensed for 815 beds.
Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as of one America’s 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023, identifying the top 1% of hospitals in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year.
Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade recognized Mission Hospital with an “A,” nationally recognizing Mission Hospital’s achievements in protecting patients and providing safer healthcare.
Mission Hospital also earned the prestigious Magnet® Designation in November 2020, the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards.
We are the region’s referral center for the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit.
Mission Children’s Hospital – the region’s only children’s hospital, including a pediatric emergency room– providing 30 pediatric subspecialists.
We serve as the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas.
Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region.
Earned a three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for its patient care and outcomes.

Job requirements

Must have ACLS
Must have BLS
ICU experience
Neurology experienced ICU nurses preferred
Advanced skills needed: Care of Neurology post thrombectomy and TPA patients
Post Neurosurgery patients

Schedule information

Self Schedule/ Unit needs
6 weekend shifts per period
Travelers float first to other ICUs or to step down

Unit specific information

Unit: J4-NSICU
Number of Beds: 12
Patient Ratios: 1:2
Type of equipment: Baxter pumps
Documentation system: Cerner
Unit staffing description: unit secretaries and tech availability

Additional Details

Consider items such as new equipment or technology, tenure and experience of staff, schedule options, etc.

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Very professional

Cons

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Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Surgical ICU Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.

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