Travel Nurse RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - $2,018 per week in Asheville, NC

Job Opportunity – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse – North Carolina

Start Date: July 23, 2026

Location: Western North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Day and night shifts available; 12-hour shifts; Every other weekend required; Floating to Pediatrics, PICU, and Mother Baby (babies only) as needed

Highlights:

• 51-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at a major regional referral center
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:4 depending on acuity
• EMR system: Cerner
• Collaborative team environment with approximately 120 nursing staff members
• State-of-the-art 815-bed acute care facility with newly opened patient tower
• Only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital in the region

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse license
• Minimum 2 years of Level III or higher NICU experience required
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
• Stable and NIC-RNC certifications preferred
• Detail-oriented and organized personality with strong critical thinking skills

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a nationally recognized facility that has earned accolades from U.S. News & World Report, Truven Health Analytics, and Healthgrades. Join a supportive team in a high-acuity NICU environment where you'll care for the region's most vulnerable patients while enjoying opportunities for professional growth. The facility is known for its friendly atmosphere, supportive management, and commitment to excellence in neonatal and pediatric care, situated in a vibrant community known for its natural beauty and thriving arts scene.