Travel
PICU
Asheville, NC
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) | Travel RN
Asheville, NC | Days | 13 Weeks
This assignment places you in a dedicated PICU caring for high-acuity pediatric patients. The unit manages a diverse population requiring intensive monitoring and intervention, with float potential to Peds and NICU.
Shift & Schedule
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Must work 3 weekends per 6-week schedule
- 112-week contract duration
Clinical Scope
Procedures and responsibilities include:
- IV starts and catheterizations
- Central line dressing changes
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Ventilator management
- Tracheostomy care
- ICP monitoring
- Tube feeding and placement
- Lumbar puncture assistance
Patient Population & Ratios
- PICU: 1 RN to 1–2 patients
- Stepdown: 1 RN to 2–3 patients
- HUC support available; tech shared across unit
Float Requirements
May be required to float to Pediatrics and NICU.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of PICU experience
- PALS certification required
Dress Code
All navy, all white, or navy pants with white tops.