Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,909 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Asheville, NC

Advance your nursing career as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Asheville, North Carolina (zip code 28801). Join a nationally recognized hospital renowned for clinical excellence and patient safety. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art Neuro Trauma ICU (NTICU) while experiencing the vibrant arts, outdoor adventures, and welcoming community of Asheville—one of the top destinations for North Carolina nursing jobs.

Travel ICU RN Job Details

Location : Asheville, NC 28801 (Blue Ridge Mountains)

Assignment Length : 13 weeks

Start Date : November 17, 2025

End Date : February 16, 2026

Shift : 12-hour nights (6 : 45 PM – 7 : 15 AM)

Hours per Week : 36

Unit : Neuro Trauma ICU (NTICU), 20 beds

Dress Code : Navy blue top and bottom, or navy bottom with white top

Weekend Requirement : Every other weekend

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1630–$1750 per week

ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – North Carolina or compact state

BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications required

Minimum 1 year of recent ICU nursing experience (trauma ICU or surgical ICU background required)

Proficiency with ICU equipment : Camino ICP, CRRT, EVD, wound vacs, arterial lines, CVC lines

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience with Cerner preferred

Preferred : TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) or ATCN (Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses) certification

Strong teamwork and communication skills

ICU RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced ICU setting

Assist with and perform advanced procedures : central line, chest tube, arterial line insertions, percutaneous tracheostomies

Monitor and manage patients using advanced ICU equipment (CRRT, ICP monitors, wound vacs)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes

Float as needed to other critical care units : MICU, NSICU, CICU, CVICU, PCU

Maintain accurate nursing documentation and adhere to hospital policies and clinical protocols

Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career with this exceptional ICU Registered Nurse job in Asheville, North Carolina!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #423871. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : ICU

About Planet Healthcare

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.

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