PICU

Surgical/Trauma ICU (STICU) — Travel RN | Asheville, NC

Shift: Nights, 18:45–07:15

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week

Start Date: October 12, 2026

This night-shift travel RN opportunity is on a high-acuity Surgical Trauma ICU in Asheville, NC. The unit manages a complex surgical and trauma patient population, requiring advanced critical care skills and a composed, team-oriented approach.

Clinical Scope & Procedures

Nurses on this unit perform and assist with intubation/extubation, chest tube and central line placement, arterial line placement, bronchoscopy, endoscopy, proning, TPA administration, hypertonic medication management, tracheostomy placement, EVD/bolt management, CRRT/HD, irrigation and debridement, and minor bedside surgery.

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or compact)
• Active ACLS and BLS certifications
• Acute Care ICU experience required — no LTAC experience considered
• Trauma ICU experience at a Level I or Level II Trauma Center strongly preferred
• Surgical ICU background required

Scheduling & Float

• Six weekend shifts required on a 6-week schedule
• Travelers float before core staff; float destinations include medical, neuro, cardiovascular, and cardiac ICUs, as well as Step Down

Dress Code

All navy, all white, or navy bottoms with white top

Ideal Candidate

Kind, compassionate, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Strong team players with a positive attitude are encouraged to apply.