Travel Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse - $2,050 per week
Asheville, NC, 28814, USA
- Healthcare
- Travel ICU Nurse
- Cardiac ICU RN
- Critical Care Nursing
This position is for a Travel Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in cardiovascular intensive care with a 13-week assignment in Asheville, NC. The role requires at least 2 years of recent ICU bedside experience and skills in advanced cardiac critical care equipment and procedures. The job involves 12-hour night shifts, managing high-acuity patients, and working in a specialized 16-bed cardiac ICU using advanced technology and electronic documentation.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/15/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
RN Position Job Notes:
Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.
Opportunity:
RN - CVICU
Job Details:
• Work 12-hour shifts with 36 hours per week requirement
• Alternating weekend schedule
• Patient ratios of 2:1 or 1:1 (occasionally 3:1 depending on acuity)
• Travelers float to all areas as needed
• ICU experience required
• Must have experience with titration of vesicant medications, familiarity with pressors, sedation, and paralytics
• Required skills include experience with vents, trachs, telemetry interpretation, understanding of hemodynamics and PA catheter setup and interpretation
• Advanced desirable skills include IABP, Impella, and CRRT
• Work with equipment including vents, telemetry, Baxter IV pumps, IABP, CRRT, Impella, and hypothermia devices
• Procedures performed on unit include cardioversion, central line insertion, EGD, bronchoscopy, chest tube insertions, pericardiocentesis, and thoracentesis
• Use Cerner documentation system
• CCRN certification recommended but not required
• Work in 16-bed unit with RNs only (no HUC or PCT support)
• Dress code requires all navy or navy and white scrubs (no pullovers, hoodies, or green scrubs except when soiled)
Facility:
This healthcare organization operates a specialized cardiovascular intensive care unit providing critical care for patients with complex cardiac conditions. The facility features advanced cardiac technology and equipment to support high-acuity patients requiring intensive monitoring and specialized interventions. The organization maintains a focus on quality patient care and utilizes modern documentation systems and evidence-based practices in their cardiac critical care services.
Location:
Asheville, NC
Asheville offers a perfect blend of vibrant city culture and stunning Blue Ridge Mountain scenery, making it an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career opportunities and outdoor adventures. The area is renowned for its craft beer scene, arts community, and year-round recreational activities including hiking, skiing, and exploring the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.
Adex Job ID #962690. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
- Referral bonus




