Travel Nurse RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - $2,017 per week in Asheville, NC

Job Opportunity – Neonatal ICU Registered Nurse (NICU RN) – Western North Carolina

Start Date: July 13, 2026

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends (every other weekend); day and night shifts available

Highlights:

• 51-bed Level III Neonatal ICU serving as the regional referral center for western North Carolina
• Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, or 1:4 depending on acuity level
• State-of-the-art facility with modern technology and equipment
• EMR: Cerner
• Supportive team environment with 120+ nursing staff members dedicated to neonatal care
• Opportunity to float to Pediatrics, PICU, or Mother Baby units (babies only)

Requirements:

• Active North Carolina RN license or ability to obtain
• Minimum 2 years of Level III or higher NICU experience strongly preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
• Neonatal Intensive Care (NIC-RNC) certification preferred
• Stable NICU certification preferred
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage complex patient care situations

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a premier neonatal intensive care unit that serves as the only Level III NICU in the region, providing critical care to the most vulnerable patients. You'll join a large, collaborative team of experienced professionals in a facility recognized nationally for clinical excellence and quality outcomes. The supportive management, friendly atmosphere, and opportunities for professional growth make this an ideal environment for dedicated NICU nurses seeking to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact on infants and families.