Medical-Surgical Nurse Extern

The VIOS Clinic; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic is seeking a compassionate team member to provide patient support in a Medical Surgical unit under RN supervision. You will assist with direct patient care and help with daily activities, while contributing to accurate documentation and patient safety.

In this role you will monitor vital signs, help with routine tasks, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Interest in nursing and gaining hands-on clinical experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, respectful culture.
• Strong attention to detail for monitoring and documentation.
• Basic knowledge of clinical procedures and patient safety.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities in a patient-centered environment
• Measure and record vital signs
• Support daily living activities and basic clinical needs
• Help with documentation according to unit standards
• Collaborate with the care team and follow supervision guidance

Skills

Interest in nursing

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Clinical procedures

Professionalism

Job description

Provide patient support in a Medical Surgical unit within the Healthcare & Medical Services department under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Assist with direct patient care, monitoring and recording vital signs, supporting daily activities, and helping maintain accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities in a patient-centered environment
• Measure and record vital signs
• Support daily living activities and basic clinical needs
• Help with documentation according to unit standards
• Collaborate with the care team and follow supervision guidance

Qualifications & Skills

• Interest in nursing and gaining hands-on clinical experience
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, respectful culture
• Strong attention to detail for monitoring and documentation
• Basic knowledge of clinical procedures and patient safety
• Professional demeanor and commitment to learning