Travel CICU RN - $1,944 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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, nights Employment Type: Travel Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted. Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position. Job Title Travel RN – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Location Asheville, NC | Acute Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 12-Hour Shifts | Expected 36 hours/week | Alternating Weekends Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in a 16-bed Cardiac ICU with patient ratios of 2:1 or 1:1 (occasionally 3:1 depending on acuity) Perform titration of vesicant medications, management of pressors, sedation, and paralytics Manage ventilated and tracheostomy patients; perform telemetry interpretation and hemodynamic monitoring including PA catheter setup and interpretation Support or assist with unit procedures including cardioversion, central line insertion, chest tube insertion and maintenance, bronchoscopy, EGD, pericardiocentesis, and thoracentesis Operate and monitor specialized equipment including vents, telemetry, Baxter IV pumps, IABP, CRRT, Impella, and hypothermia devices Document all patient care accurately using the Cerner electronic health record system; travelers are expected to float to all areas per unit policy Required Qualifications Active RN license valid in North Carolina or a compact state Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Demonstrated proficiency in titration of vesicant medications, pressors, sedation, and paralytics Experience with mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy care, and telemetry interpretation Working knowledge of hemodynamics and PA catheter setup and interpretation Ability to adhere to unit dress code: all navy or navy and white scrubs (no pullovers, hoodies, or green scrubs) Preferred Experience / Skills CCRN certification preferred Experience with IABP, Impella, and/or CRRT highly valued Familiarity with transvenous pacing, TEE, and hypothermia protocols Prior experience with Cerner documentation system Why Join Us Join a high-acuity cardiac ICU team at a nationally recognized facility ranked among the top hospitals in the country for clinical quality Gain exposure to advanced cardiac technologies and a broad range of complex procedures in a fast-paced, specialized environment Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID 792073. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - ICU About Concentric Healthcare Staffing Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust. The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth. Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline. Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others