Nurse Extern – Adult Med/Surg (PRN) | Hands-On Growth

Mission Hospital; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Time Away From Work

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, invites applications for a Nurse Extern Adult Med Surg PRN. You'll join the nursing team, gain hands-on experience, and help provide safe, compassionate care while learning the full scope of the Registered Nurse role.

You will assist with ADLs, vital signs, wound care, and patient education, while collaborating with the team. This PRN position emphasizes growth through structured preceptorship and clinical experiences.

Qualifications

• ACLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a nursing program accredited under 21 NCAC 36.0302(b)(1).
• NC (CNA) Certification

Responsibilities

• Providing essential care for patients by helping with ADLs, checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring comfort.
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as you gain experience.
• Documenting care accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team to keep patient care seamless and coordinated.
• Helping patients and families understand their care plans and offering guidance for their health and recovery.
• Keeping patient areas clean and safe by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and maintaining an organized environment.
• Championing your growth and enhancing patient care by engaging in learning opportunities, sharing ideas to improve care, and partnering with your supervisor or preceptor to build your personal career development plan

Skills

Nursing student

ACLS within 30 days

Education

CNA Certification

Job description

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, invites applications for a Nurse Extern Adult Med Surg PRN. You'll join the nursing team, gain hands-on experience, and help provide safe, compassionate care while learning the full scope of the Registered Nurse role.

You will assist with ADLs, vital signs, wound care, and patient education, while collaborating with the team. This PRN position emphasizes growth through structured preceptorship and clinical experiences.