RN: PCU/IMC/Stepdown

Job Description:

This travel contract is designed for a cardiac stepdown or progressive care Registered Nurse who is comfortable caring for patients with heart failure, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and those recovering from cardiac procedures. You will manage telemetry patients, administer titratable cardiac and insulin medications, support bedside cardioversions, and care for patients following cardiac catheterization, stent placement, pacemaker or ICD procedures, and ablation. The assignment includes 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, and floating to designated medical-surgical, stepdown, COVID, and emergency department holding areas as needed. BLS and ACLS are required. Scrubs are all white, all navy blue, or a white top with navy-blue pants.

Weather:

Expect generally cool, crisp conditions with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and a mix of sunny skies and occasional rain. The surrounding mountains can bring refreshing breezes and changing conditions, making layers and a light rain jacket useful.

Fun Things To Do:

• Biltmore Estate: Explore the historic estate, gardens, grounds, and nearby shops.

• River Arts District: Browse working studios, galleries, murals, and local restaurants along the French Broad River.

• Blue Ridge Parkway: Take a scenic day trip through mountain overlooks, trails, and picnic areas.

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Spend a day hiking, sightseeing, and exploring mountain communities.

• Chimney Rock and Lake Lure: Enjoy a day trip featuring mountain views, outdoor trails, and lakeside scenery.

Job Specifics:

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Shift: 12-hour nights

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks