New Grad Acute Care Registered Nurse

Mission Health; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) Plan with a match

Paid time off

Counseling services

Job summary

Mission Health in Highlands, NC is seeking an RN Resident to provide high-quality, patient-centered care within the residency program. You will undergo advanced clinical training and collaborate with medical teams to enhance patient experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in nursing and necessary certifications such as BLS and ACLS. This role offers comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance, behavioral health support, and retirement resources.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and report changes.
• Document care in the patient medical record.
• Monitor therapeutic response to medications.
• Respond promptly to patient requests.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Patient education

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today’s hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including:

• Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
• Monthly educational sessions.
• Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
• Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands‑on simulations.
• Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
• Working collaboratively on an evidence‑based practice project.

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

What will you do in this role

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
• Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow‑up measures. Translate complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Other certifications may be required during employment.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeingsupport, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirementresources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Educationsupport through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.