Nurse Extern — Hands-On Skill-Building in Acute Care

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, is seeking a Nurse Extern to gain hands-on experience on the nursing team. You'll assist with Activities of Daily Living, monitor vitals, support comfort and hygiene, and learn through supervision toward more advanced responsibilities as you progress through your nursing program.

You'll work under a nurse preceptor, document care, communicate updates, and contribute to patient safety and quality care while developing your personal career plan and

Qualifications

• Preferred education: 1+ years of nursing school completed, or as mandated by state of practice
• Required Experience: None
• Preferred Experience: 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting
• Required License: Current NC CNA registry

Responsibilities

• Providing essential care for patients by helping with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring comfort and hygiene
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as you gain experience and grow in your competency
• 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

Education

1+ years of nursing school completed

Job description

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, is seeking a Nurse Extern to gain hands-on experience on the nursing team. You'll assist with Activities of Daily Living, monitor vitals, support comfort and hygiene, and learn through supervision toward more advanced responsibilities as you progress through your nursing program.

You'll work under a nurse preceptor, document care, communicate updates, and contribute to patient safety and quality care while developing your personal career plan and