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

Start Date: February 16, 2026
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6 weekend shifts required, 6-week rotating schedule with modified self-scheduling

Highlights:

• 20-bed Surgical Trauma ICU at an ACS Verified Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital
• 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio with full support from supervisors, PCTs, and unit secretaries
• Advanced critical care equipment including EVDs, CRRT, iCool machines, ventilators, and Cerner PowerChart documentation
• Diverse case mix with exposure to complex procedures: intubation/extubation, chest tube and central line placement, CRRT, proning, TPA administration, and more
• Collaborative ICU environment with floating opportunities to MICU, NSICU, CVICU, CICU, and Step Down units
• Modified self-scheduling to support work-life balance

Requirements:

• Active RN license in North Carolina or compact state
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care ICU experience (LTAC not considered)
• Trauma ICU experience from a Level I or Level II Trauma Center strongly preferred
• Surgical ICU experience highly valued

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This is a rare chance to work in a high-acuity Surgical Trauma ICU at a top-tier Magnet hospital with Level I Trauma designation. You'll be part of a flexible, team-oriented culture that values compassion, positivity, and clinical excellence while gaining exposure to advanced critical care skills and cutting-edge technology. The modified self-scheduling and supportive staffing model make this an ideal environment for experienced ICU nurses looking to grow in a challenging yet rewarding setting.