PICU | RN

PICU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Asheville, NC
Advance your nursing career with a rewarding Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse travel assignment in Asheville, North Carolina (zip code 28801). Join a nationally recognized Magnet-designated hospital known for nursing excellence, patient safety, and outstanding healthcare jobs in the Southeast. Enjoy Asheville's vibrant arts, mountain scenery, and thriving food scene while making a difference in pediatric patient care. Apply now to join our healthcare team!
Estimated Weekly Salary Range

• Weekly Salary: $1,680–$1,730 per week (estimated)

PICU RN Job Details

• Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (North Carolina healthcare jobs)
• Facility: Magnet-designated hospital
• Unit: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: October 6, 2025
• End Date: January 5, 2026
• Shift: 12-hour nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Self-scheduling available
• Unit Size: 9 beds
• Patient Ratios: 1 RN to 1-2 patients (PICU); 1 RN to 2-3 patients (Stepdown)
• Location Highlight: Experience Asheville’s unique blend of mountain living and vibrant city culture while working in a top-rated healthcare environment.

PICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (North Carolina or compact state)
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Minimum 1 year of recent PICU nursing experience
• Ability to float to Pediatrics and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as needed
• Experience with Cerner electronic health record system preferred
• Adherence to unit dress code: navy blue or white scrubs (or navy pants and white tops)

PICU RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
• Perform and assist with clinical procedures: IV starts, catheterizations, lumbar puncture holds, central line dressing changes, hemodynamic monitoring, tracheostomy care, tube feeding and placement, ICP monitoring, ventilator management
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Accurately document patient care using Cerner EHR system
• Support a positive patient and family experience throughout the care process
• Participate in self-scheduling and work at least 3 weekends per 6-week schedule
• Maintain compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, and clinical standards

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this PICU Registered Nurse travel job in Asheville, NC, and join a leading healthcare team dedicated to pediatric excellence!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.
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