Travel Nurse RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - $2,012 per week in Asheville, NC

Asheville offers an exceptional quality of life with its thriving arts community, natural mountain beauty, and vibrant downtown, making it an ideal place to advance your career while enjoying a rich cultural environment. Join a highly regarded regional referral center serving as the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital in the region.

Job Opportunity – NICU Registered Nurse – Western North Carolina

Start Date: September 14, 2026

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Full-time shifts with every other weekend requirement; day and night shifts available; patient ratios vary from 1:1 to 1:4 based on acuity

Highlights:

• 51-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within a 96-bed dedicated children's hospital
• Part of an 815-bed acute care facility recognized among the nation's best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and Healthgrades
• Electronic Medical Record system: Cerner
• Floating to Pediatrics, PICU, and Mother Baby (babies only) as needed
• State-of-the-art facility with recent expansion including new patient tower and specialized care units
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development

Requirements:

• Active North Carolina RN license or ability to obtain
• Minimum 2 years Level III or higher NICU experience required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
• Stable and NIC-RNC certifications preferred
• Detail-oriented and organized work style
• Navy blue scrubs required

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a highly regarded regional referral center serving as the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital in the region. This NICU is part of a nationally recognized hospital system known for its friendly atmosphere, supportive management, and commitment to excellence in neonatal care. Asheville offers an exceptional quality of life with its thriving arts community, natural mountain beauty, and vibrant downtown, making it an ideal place to advance your career while enjoying a rich cultural environment.