Registered Nurse
Cardiac Progressive Care Unit — 13-Week Travel Position
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Location: Asheville, NC
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
The Opportunity
Join the cardiac progressive care team at the facility, working with patients across the spectrum of cardiac and metabolic conditions. You'll care for patients with CHF, MI, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and those recovering from cardiac catheterization, stent placement, pacemaker/ICD insertion, and ablation. The unit handles bedside cardioversion and requires strong familiarity with titratable cardiac IV medications including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin drips, heparin, and diuretics.
What You'll Need
- Required: Stepdown or progressive care experience + telemetry certification
- Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS
- Preferred: Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) and relief charge duties
Schedule & Expectations
- Night shift (7 PM – 7 AM)
- Every other weekend
- Patient ratio: 1:4 (may stretch to 1:5)
- Float to medical-surgical units, stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding as needed
Dress Code
All white, all navy, or white top with navy blue pants.
A warm, collaborative team environment awaits. Apply if you're flexible, compassionate, and thrive as a strong team player in fast-paced cardiac care.
