Job Opportunity – Medical ICU Registered Nurse – Western North Carolina
Start Date: October 5, 2026
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend requirement and holiday support rotation
Highlights:
- 10-bed Medical ICU/PCU overflow unit with 2:1 ICU and 4-5:1 PCU patient ratios
- Advanced critical care environment featuring ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, Targeted Temperature Management (TTM), and comprehensive IV pharmacology
- Charge nurse dedicated to leadership (not in patient care assignment), providing team support and structure
- Cerner documentation system for streamlined charting and clinical workflows
- Assist providers with bedside procedures including chest tube insertion, intubations, and central line management
- Floating may be required to support facility needs
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse license
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Medical ICU experience in a large facility setting strongly preferred
- Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management
- Advanced skills in critical care pharmacology including IV sedation, paralytics, and vasopressors
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to adapt and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
- Adherence to dress code: Navy blue or white scrubs
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a collaborative and experienced critical care team in a dynamic Medical ICU environment where advanced practice and clinical excellence are the standard. This role offers the opportunity to utilize cutting-edge technology and refine your skills in ventilator management, advanced hemodynamics, and critical care interventions. You'll be part of a supportive unit culture that values teamwork, patient-centered care, and professional growth in the heart of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.